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Cat 312 grey heating prob

rudeag ยท 2017-07-27 11:13

Machine sat for several months. Put it to work and both engine and hydraulic oil are overheating. Cranks and runs alright. Heat increase is in tandem. Radiator and hyd resevoir both full. Heats up in 15 minutes or so under load. Fan belts good and fan is running. Ideas?

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  1. #1Bls repair2017-07-27 15:13

    Clogged radiator ,oil cooler?

  2. #2rudeag2017-07-27 20:24

    Power washed them but clearance is limited between the 2 radiators

  3. #3Bls repair2017-07-27 21:12

    Check temp at different spots on rad and cooler.this will tell if you have even cooling

  4. #4rudeag2017-07-27 22:19

    Great idea, will measure tomorrow. Thanks for the idea.