[tuga]

Paul,

I had a generator overheating problem. With 98 degree outside temps the gen would run about 210-225 degrees. The dash AC evaporator coil is located in my generator blower bay. It dumps hot air into that compartment; so if the dash AC is running the air that is picked up by the gen blower is considerable hotter than ambient.

Here's some of the things I did trying to fix it.

1. Removed radiator and had it cleaned and rodded by a radiator shop.
2. Changed the water pump, thermostat, VDO gauge on the dash, and blower belt.
3. Checked the flow of air coming from the gen blower for obstructions.
4. Discovered air escaping from the generator door cover while the gen was running (the gen door that I mention has Newell written on it). No air is supposed to escape from this door while the gen is running.
5. Installed 2x6 piece of wood to re-direct the air flow thru the generator compartment

None of the above things have fixed it!