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The coolant in an automobile radiator is kept at a
Chapter 18, Problem 5DQ(choose chapter or problem)
The coolant in an automobile radiator is kept at a pressure higher than atmospheric pressure. Why is this desirable? The radiator cap will release coolant when the gauge pressure of the coolant reaches a certain value, typically 15 lb/in.2 or so. Why not just seal the system completely?
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QUESTION:
The coolant in an automobile radiator is kept at a pressure higher than atmospheric pressure. Why is this desirable? The radiator cap will release coolant when the gauge pressure of the coolant reaches a certain value, typically 15 lb/in.2 or so. Why not just seal the system completely?
ANSWER:Solution 5DQ Step 1: (a).By upping our cooling system pressure to high degrees. Antifreeze only adds small degrees to our boiling point, so the main reason for running a cap is to run straight distilled water (with water wetter to prevent corrosion). Significantly reduce antifreeze without danger of boiling point over.specifically in the summer months. In particularly hot areas with engines that are running high compression or boost, a radiator cap, water wetter and a reasonable coolant ratio or distilled water setup would be a good "stock upgrade" to help prevent detonation.