Reply to "Cooling system questions"

Before we can fix your problem, a couple of questions, 1.) Your radiator is after market and should have direct thermostats that do not require relays, 2.) Do you know how to solder? Your problem is obvious if your fans do not come on, the Pantera will overheat at low speed or air flow ( stop and go traffic )through your radiator. Your alternator is not the problem. Your piping is correct and should vent to the outside from the overflow tank. I can walk you through the fix but you need a 12 volt test light ( $10.00 )12 gauge and 10 gauge wire, wire trimmer and a flash light. Pictures of the right back side of your radiator ( thermostats)would be helpful. I would NOT drive your car until you fix the fan problem as you risk damaging your engine. On the positive side, the spade connectors on the thermostats can become lose and just blow or fall off, the fans don.t come on and you overheat. Finally, if you rely on your mechanic to fix your car you will spend alote of money, you can fix it yourself.