95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP
06-07-2002, 04:47 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (Slopoke)
I ran an LS motor w/ my stock cx radiator for 2 years(1 year on nitrous) and I never ran into any overheating problems.
Unless your stock radiator is bad, start looking else where for the source of the problem.
Check your thermostat, have a coolant flush done, etc, etc.
Unless your stock radiator is bad, start looking else where for the source of the problem.
Check your thermostat, have a coolant flush done, etc, etc.
same here. stock CX radiator runnin on 4 years now with the LS swap. upgrading would be a NICE thing to have but it's certainly not a necessity.
06-08-2002, 04:11 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (95cx)
Ok sorry guys for asking a question.
But thanks for the replys
But thanks for the replys
Stick with your stock radiator you'll be fine.
Later .........
06-08-2002, 07:04 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (Honda4CX-R)
I would rather have peace of mind, than try to save a few bucks. You can seriously damage your block if your cooling system isn't up to par.
Even though SOME guys can get away with the stock CX radiator, I still think the Del Sol dual core would be better suited. And clamping down the radiator hose to the small CX neck isn't really ideal either. Overtime, the clamp will dig into the hose and leak. If you're going to do it, do it right with components that were made to fit....not some ghetto-rigged stuff.
This is just my personal opinion. You can go with others. But if your block overheats, don't say we didn't warn you.
Even though SOME guys can get away with the stock CX radiator, I still think the Del Sol dual core would be better suited. And clamping down the radiator hose to the small CX neck isn't really ideal either. Overtime, the clamp will dig into the hose and leak. If you're going to do it, do it right with components that were made to fit....not some ghetto-rigged stuff.
This is just my personal opinion. You can go with others. But if your block overheats, don't say we didn't warn you.
06-08-2002, 08:26 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (95cx)
Since no one else asked . . .
Under what condition are you overheating?
> Around town, slow stop & go -
Either A - cooling fan is not coming on, start the car and let it idle for at least 10
mins, if the car started to overheat and the fan never came on within that time,
you need to check out the cooling fan circuit/components.
B - Your cooling system is failing, that could mean one or more parts of the
cooling system: waterpump, thermostat, radiator, etc. Have the system pressure
tested to find the problem.
> Highway speed, racing, etc
Your radiator is inadequate for your engine output, upgrade it.
Some information about thermostat:
> Do NOT remove the thermostat entirely, you'll overheat because it takes time
for coolant to absorb the heat from the engine. Think of a bus that kept rushing
by bus stops without stoping to pick up the passengers . . . . .
> NO NEED to use a lower temp one unless you're going all out racing. Thats
especially true if you live in a colder climate. Hondas are programmed to run at
certain temperatures, unless your ecu is modified to take advantage of it, there is
little benefit in using a low temp thermostat.
> If you suspect the thermostat is bad, it's probably easier just to replace it with
an OEM honda one. Peace of mind for $12
And lastly, what coolant mix are you using?
Remember, BEST cooling agent is water! antifreeze is exactly that, it is not nearly
as effective as water for cooling. Use a 50/50 mix.
Good luck
Under what condition are you overheating?
> Around town, slow stop & go -
Either A - cooling fan is not coming on, start the car and let it idle for at least 10
mins, if the car started to overheat and the fan never came on within that time,
you need to check out the cooling fan circuit/components.
B - Your cooling system is failing, that could mean one or more parts of the
cooling system: waterpump, thermostat, radiator, etc. Have the system pressure
tested to find the problem.
> Highway speed, racing, etc
Your radiator is inadequate for your engine output, upgrade it.
Some information about thermostat:
> Do NOT remove the thermostat entirely, you'll overheat because it takes time
for coolant to absorb the heat from the engine. Think of a bus that kept rushing
by bus stops without stoping to pick up the passengers . . . . .
> NO NEED to use a lower temp one unless you're going all out racing. Thats
especially true if you live in a colder climate. Hondas are programmed to run at
certain temperatures, unless your ecu is modified to take advantage of it, there is
little benefit in using a low temp thermostat.
> If you suspect the thermostat is bad, it's probably easier just to replace it with
an OEM honda one. Peace of mind for $12
And lastly, what coolant mix are you using?
Remember, BEST cooling agent is water! antifreeze is exactly that, it is not nearly
as effective as water for cooling. Use a 50/50 mix.
Good luck
06-08-2002, 09:07 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (95cx)
yeah..i had a problem with overheating...i changed stock rad and thermostats and i was still get overheating only when my car is stopped and sitting over 10 minutes...im thinking its the thermoswitch cuz my fan never comes on...
my quick solution was to hook up a switch to the fan..works fine and never goes over 1/2 in the temp gauge..
my quick solution was to hook up a switch to the fan..works fine and never goes over 1/2 in the temp gauge..
06-21-2002, 03:24 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (decypha)
is the del sol dohc vtec dual core radiator full size or half size like a stock cx radiator? will it just bolt into the existing radiator mounts?
06-22-2002, 05:10 AM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (95cx)
anyone????
Are the mounting brackets the same as my 95 civic ones??? And is teh radiator half- or full size??
Meaning teh Del sol DOHC vtec dual core radiator
Are the mounting brackets the same as my 95 civic ones??? And is teh radiator half- or full size??
Meaning teh Del sol DOHC vtec dual core radiator
06-22-2002, 02:12 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (Slopoke)
Then how much better is it than my stock one???
Do they make any fullsize radiators to bolt into my car???
Do they make any fullsize radiators to bolt into my car???
06-22-2002, 07:20 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (95cx)
no fullsize..gotta modify it if your trying to use like a 94-up integra one..just cut and reweld the bottom rad supports.,
06-23-2002, 07:47 AM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (decypha)
how about a fluidyne(sp)
For my civic? OR do I get the del sol one. Which one would i be better off getting?
For my civic? OR do I get the del sol one. Which one would i be better off getting?
06-23-2002, 12:32 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (95cx)
I would imagine that the fluidine radiators are the same for civic and del sol applications.
Just out of curiosity, why would you spend $400+ on a radiator for just an LS swap, when the stock one will work fine?
Just out of curiosity, why would you spend $400+ on a radiator for just an LS swap, when the stock one will work fine?
06-23-2002, 09:08 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (Slopoke)
because its not going to stay a STOCK LS for ever.......
WINTER time will come when I have more money.
Its called LS/vtec..........
WINTER time will come when I have more money.
Its called LS/vtec..........
06-24-2002, 06:12 AM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (95cx)
try running water wetter by red line.
or
you could get a radiator out of a Hemi-Cuda. You might have to cut some things in your engine bay area to get it to fit. Then and only then can you adiquately cool your 1.8 liter engine. If you cant find a hemi-cuda unit you could try something out of a 8+ liter turbo desile!
or
you could get a radiator out of a Hemi-Cuda. You might have to cut some things in your engine bay area to get it to fit. Then and only then can you adiquately cool your 1.8 liter engine. If you cant find a hemi-cuda unit you could try something out of a 8+ liter turbo desile!
06-25-2002, 06:44 AM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (855m0n0)
well i guess I'm goin to buy a new GSR radiator adn move the mounting brackets adn reweld them.
Where do you guys suggest that I get a radiator from.
Where do you guys suggest that I get a radiator from.
06-25-2002, 07:16 AM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (Extreme)
well...if you are interested...there are pwr aluminum radiators for $295 shipped in the forced induction forum. Also a lot of these engine places stuff any hole the engine might have with tissue to prevent fluids from leaking all over their "clean" floors...did you make sure to check all hoses and coolant inlets on the motor for any obstructions?
06-25-2002, 12:02 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (95cx)
well i guess I'm goin to buy a new GSR radiator adn move the mounting brackets adn reweld them.
Where do you guys suggest that I get a radiator from.
Where do you guys suggest that I get a radiator from.
06-25-2002, 05:34 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (Eyewitness)
but everyone has been saying that I will like teh full size radiator way better???? Or should i just prove everyone wrong adn buy a DOHC VTEC del sol radiator and be like bamb............
I also want to get a mugen thermoste or somthing,
I also want to get a mugen thermoste or somthing,
06-25-2002, 07:18 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (95cx)
sounds like you want the full sized radiator, so why don't you go for it. Personally, i'd get the full size for the peace of mind.
Interestingly my '90 civic cx has a full sized rad, but in '92 they dropped the civics down to the half sizers. The integra rads stayed full sized and as a result, my '90 integra fan only comes on about twice a year, so the rad "must" be overkill. My buddies former '91 prelude (with the full size i assume) had the fan coming on regularly. I assume you can deduce that the fan only comes on when the rad needs help in cooling via the temperature activated thermosensor switch (unless there's more i don't know).
So, the full sizer adds weight, but i think its worth the peace of mind having the extra cooling potential, even if you might never need it. Honda thought the ls needed it...
d
Interestingly my '90 civic cx has a full sized rad, but in '92 they dropped the civics down to the half sizers. The integra rads stayed full sized and as a result, my '90 integra fan only comes on about twice a year, so the rad "must" be overkill. My buddies former '91 prelude (with the full size i assume) had the fan coming on regularly. I assume you can deduce that the fan only comes on when the rad needs help in cooling via the temperature activated thermosensor switch (unless there's more i don't know).
So, the full sizer adds weight, but i think its worth the peace of mind having the extra cooling potential, even if you might never need it. Honda thought the ls needed it...
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06-26-2002, 03:05 PM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (daver)
ok
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I still have to make up my mind.
But thanks everyone for the respones and replys
4 LiFe
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I still have to make up my mind.
But thanks everyone for the respones and replys
4 LiFe
06-28-2002, 10:09 AM
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Re: 95 cx hatch......Overheating with Ls SWAP (95cx)
ok, from radiators.com
I want to get the Delsol dual core DOHC vtec radiator, anyone know which one it is.
is this it.
HONDA DEL SOL 1996 1.6L- 98ci- L-4
is that the one?
I want to get the Delsol dual core DOHC vtec radiator, anyone know which one it is.
is this it.
HONDA DEL SOL 1996 1.6L- 98ci- L-4
is that the one?
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