Chevy Venture overheating problem

110 messages, Last post on Nov 30, 2009 at 11:24 AM

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#108 of 110 Temp Gauge by jbranson Oct 09, 2009 (5:52 am)
OK my van is really having some issues! we have changed the water pump, thermostat, had radior flushed, pressure checked, thought we had a air pocket so we had it vacuumed then Dye in the system to check for a blown head gasket. Can someone please tell me what else could it be?? HELP!!! Replies to this message: k00l4id (Oct 09, 2009 5:58 am)
#109 of 110 Re: Temp Gauge [jbranson] by k00l4id Oct 09, 2009 (5:58 am)
Replying to: jbranson (Oct 09, 2009 5:52 am) bad temp sensor? Bad guage?
#110 of 110 Temp climb by tajavelin Nov 30, 2009 (11:24 am)
After a 150mile drive I noticed that under acceleration the temperature climbs under acceleration. Never past the 1/2 way mark though it will in traffic till the fans kick in. I know this seems like no big thing, but I noticed that it will also started to feel boggy like I was towing something as well. I have replaced the radiator, bled system, new coolant fans relays.. No codes but the long throw with the trans which I don't want to do til I get the heating underpowerd situation satisfied. Could the cause be the high pressure of the trans adding too much strain on the engine at acceleration ? I know the pump is working harder but will that cause so much drag that it is like I am pulling a heavy load ? Thanks Bob