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Radiator Cap Pressure F134

Discussion in 'Early CJ5 and CJ6 Tech' started by ojgrsoi, Dec 26, 2019.

  1. ojgrsoi

    ojgrsoi Retired 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    I need a new cap. The existing cap is so flimsy I know it does not create pressure and the rubber is deteriorated. I am not overheating or boiling over.
    I looked in the service manual and it says that the F134 used both 7 & 15 PSI caps. My only experience on 7 PSI caps was on my old Falcons and Comets. I remember they had 7 lb caps.

    Any thoughts on which one to use? Have any personal experience stories to share?

    Thanks.
     
  2. Jw60

    Jw60 That guy 2024 Sponsor 2023 Sponsor 2022 Sponsor

    14psi if your system can take the pressure. It will raise the boiling point of the coolant.
     
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  3. OzFin

    OzFin Vintage Jeep Guy

    The boiling point of fresh water is raised approximently 3 °F for each pound of pressure applied to it.
    Therefore with the boiling point of fresh water at sea level = 212° F,
    A 7 lbs. cap adds 21°F so 212°F + 21°F = 233°F
    A 15 lbs. cap adds 45°F so 212°F + 45°F = 257°F
    The actual increase in the boiling point of the fluid in the radiator will vary slightly depending on the % addition of antifreeze ( or other additives) to the solution.
     
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  4. Glenn

    Glenn Kinda grumpy old man Staff Member

    I'm not sure why you wouldn't just use a 7lb cap if yours doesn't really hold pressure as it is but the temperature is fine as it is. Mine are 7lb caps.
     
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  5. mickeykelley

    mickeykelley Well-Known Member

    I run 7 too
     
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