cooling system tech

There are many options when choosing a new radiator for a stock replacement or performance build. So, how do you pick the right one? Here’s a 101-style article that may […]

Since the 1930s, hot rodders and performance car enthusiasts have relied on engine coolants made from a mix of ethylene glycol, water, and corrosion inhibitors. While these water-based coolants do […]

A little while ago, we quickly alluded to the difference between mechanical and electrical coolant temperature gauges in a post about troubleshooting a radiator. But this topic deserves a little […]

It’s the middle of summer here at OnAllCylinders world headquarters. Or as we like to call it, “peak overheating season.” It’s a time where folks often have an eagle-eye trained […]

Did your engine temperature start unexpectedly pegging the needle? Do underhood temps creep up while you’re idling? Or do they spike at highway speeds? Obviously, these symptoms all point to […]

Q: Why do I need to use antifreeze? … A: The fluid you use in your engine’s cooling system can affect its performance. For most vehicles, a 50/50 mixture of antifreeze and […]

In a liquid cooled engine, the thermostat is a valve installed between the water pump and the radiator. It controls when the radiator starts to cool the engine. It’s job is to […]

Q: Can I remove the fan shroud on my cooling fan? … A: It might seem like it’s just in the way, but the fan shroud plays an important role in the […]

Q: What is a double-pass radiator? … A: In a single-pass radiator, coolant only crosses the radiator core one time. Single-pass radiators work well in most street applications. For stock […]

By Nicholas Thomas, Mishimoto Back in the infancy of liquid-cooled engines, nearly all emissions systems would vent chemicals and harmful vapors into the atmosphere. No PCV or CCV lines, and […]