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Twilightoptics Hardcore (12sec Club)

Joined: 13 Jan 2004 Posts: 9191 Location: Auburn , WA
1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
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Posted: Wed Jan 09, 2008 9:43 pm Post subject: Radiator Cap Poundage? |
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What specifies radiator cap lbs?
The radiator itself, the water pump, the flow, etc? |
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chevymad Master B
Joined: 11 Jan 2004 Posts: 5476
1987 Pontiac Formula
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Posted: Wed Jan 09, 2008 10:16 pm Post subject: |
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| Engine design.. How many psi of pressure does it take to prevent steam pockets. |
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Xophertony Rodeo Queen

Joined: 13 Oct 2005 Posts: 5306 Location: Portland, Oregon.
1988 Pontiac GTA
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Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 12:25 am Post subject: |
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| you want a 16 LB cap for the 2.8 paul. |
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Twilightoptics Hardcore (12sec Club)

Joined: 13 Jan 2004 Posts: 9191 Location: Auburn , WA
1987 Chevrolet Camaro IROC-Z
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Posted: Thu Jan 10, 2008 7:14 am Post subject: |
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| The Corolla rad came with a 7lb cap. Wanted to make sure if I put a 16 lb on I wouldn't be hurting the rad. |
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