The parts are stacking up.
Radiator because it’s leaking. Hoses because new radiator. Water pump because it would be foolish to not replace it when everything is open. Same with thermostat. Electric radiator fan to help reduce stress on motor, and the cost is close to a new fan clutch assembly. Besides that will help increase gas mileage enough to pay for itself in a year or so. New belt because old one showing cracks. Coolant, flush, hose clamps, thermostat switch for fan. And finally the fitting for the fan switch.
All for about $100 more than the local parts house wanted for the radiator alone. Now all I need is a couple of warm days on a weekend and a case or two of beer to bribe helpers.
Radiator because it’s leaking. Hoses because new radiator. Water pump because it would be foolish to not replace it when everything is open. Same with thermostat. Electric radiator fan to help reduce stress on motor, and the cost is close to a new fan clutch assembly. Besides that will help increase gas mileage enough to pay for itself in a year or so. New belt because old one showing cracks. Coolant, flush, hose clamps, thermostat switch for fan. And finally the fitting for the fan switch.
All for about $100 more than the local parts house wanted for the radiator alone. Now all I need is a couple of warm days on a weekend and a case or two of beer to bribe helpers.
Compared to parenting, Cat herding is less complicated
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