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Running hot replaced water pump,thermostat,hoses,coolant switch,temp switch

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Have you had your radiator flushed? If not, try that.

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I have had the same problem in the past. Replaced the head gasket and all is good. Try that.

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Bad head gasket. look in oil cap to see if it's white or "milky"looking.

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