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Old 10-21-2004, 07:38 PM
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sounds lke a fan clutch

If I was a betting man I would bet on your fan clutch-when you start your car cold build your RPMs gradually to 2000 RPM and listen for the fan "roar"-I bet your clutch fluid has leaked out. I just refilled mine with the Toyota 6000 CST silicone oil ($16 from your local Toyota dealer) and it made a huge difference with just one tiny bottle. If your radiator was plugged I think you would see high temps at extended hiway speeds(and not just uphill).
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