2006 Nissan Frontier 4wd 190k miles, automatic
Hello
Got this car recently, gas in my v8 chevy is too much. Trying to get a v6 daily driver going.
Been experiencing it getting a bit too hot at idle. Seen it go to about 110c after 20mins of sitting. Then shut it off.
But then as soon as I drive off, and go about 40mph for a few mins, temp starts to drop pretty quickly. Within a few mins went from 110c to like around 70 or 80c
Changed radiator, with a good used one. Same with clutch fan. And even installed radiator fans I took out of a 08 pontiac vibe.
I actually deleted the thermostat. Met someone with a frontier whose been driving a long time without one, had no issues
Does this sound like a water pump issue.
I do feel a lot of pressure on top radiator hose feel the coolant shooting thru.
Top and bottom hoses are around same temp
I see no milky anything under oil cap or in rad or dipstick, also no white or blue smoke from back.
I guess middle of temp guage on this car is around 230f
Appreciate the help ty
gas in my v8 chevy is too much... I actually deleted the thermostat.
if you truly care about fuel consumption, then don't do that. You need to stop "deleting" basic engine parts.
installed radiator fans I took out of a 08 pontiac vibe.
why did you think a fan out of a compact car was more suited for a truck then what was there?
I'd start with putting in the correct one, and make sure it runs.
Does this sound like a water pump issue.
it wouldn't shock me if it was worn out after 20 years and 190k miles.
