The bypass is to allow some water to circulate when the thermostat is
closed.
Larry Miller
----- Original Message -----
From "Glen Byrns" <grbyrns at ucdavis.edu>
To: <spridgets@autox.team.net>
Sent: Wednesday, June 28, 2000 9:57 PM
Subject: Fan off for hot day
> Well, I ran with only the electric fan today (6-blade plasitc one sits on
> workbench) in 100 degree temperatures. The temp quickly hit 190 when the
> auto fan kicked in. Despite the fan's best effort the temp climbed on and
> off to 200 and was a source of constant concern as I drove around. I
think
> with any drive over 1/2 hour it would have been a problem. Its stuck
tight
> to the front of the radiator and spins the right direction to push air
> through. Even with the WP fan on for the drive home from Chico, it
> threatened to overheat when slowed down in towns.
>
> Now a question or two for the list,
> 1. What is the purpose of the bypass hose and what is gained and lost when
> it is blanked off?
> 2. Do the advertised deeper impeller, aluminum bodied water pumps do any
> better?(MM)
> 3. Has anyone tried a Suzuki Swift aluminum radiator? I'm thinking of
> prowling the Pick and Pull.
>
> All this may seem like overkill to those in other climates, but I'd feel
> more comfortable dealing with excess cooling than dealing with too little.
>
> The 5-speed is a complete joy, Paul's kit gets two greasy thumbs up. I
> almost appreciate the quiet first gear more than the fifth speed, almost.
>
> Many thanks to all
> Regards,
> Glen Byrns
> '59 Bugeye
>
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