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It's an Aisin in there

I haven't let the temp get into the red. Radiator is clean... whole engine is clean. Fan runs right, checked the radiator and it is flowing well with Red... the Thermostat is after market, but 180. It pretty much only happens when the A/C is on AND I am sitting still... in my head that means it's an airflow issue, BUT maybe I am low on R12 and it's running harder and creating more heat? Does that make sense? I drove it from New Orleans to South Florida this week, so I have only driven it in serious heat. Tomorrow I am changing the timing belt and water pump while I am in there... I am driving to Maine next week with my kids, so I hope I can figure this out.

No A/C on and it's running cool and fast. Is this just the load on the engine making it so hot?

The gaskets have been done... it was a few years back, but I am surprised if that's it... but maybe

When the A/C is on and I am stopped. I can slowly cool her down by running the heat. Whenever I turn off the A/C she cools down a bit.

I bought my Warrior yesterday and had a 1000 mile drive home... I have seen similar posts to my issue for years ago, but looking for a fresh perspective. FROM THE START: I noticed the A/C blowing warm at a traffic light... Blowing cold while moving (still R12, not R134) Drove the first 20 miles highway and stopped for gas - off the highway I began to overheat. From past knowledge, I immediately turned the heat on full blast to draw it from the engine and got it to cool down to tolerable. Previous owner said he never had an issue with the A/C or overheating and recently had the radiator flushed. (I WILL COME BACK TO THIS) I stopped at a shop nearby who says it's my fan clutch (the go to)... I have no tools and was in New Orleans area, so it was already starting to flood. I have them swap the clutch, the thermostat (180), and all belts - the awesome previous owner split it with me. Get on the road at dusk and drive the night watching closely. AC blows cold, engine temp straight up in perfect range. Got off the highway in the middle of the night and immediately overheat range - blast the heat to cool it and shut her down for a bit. All this time to think - MAYBE THEY DIDN'T BURP IT AND IT HAS AIR IN THE SYSTEM??? Today I also noticed they mixed coolants at the Last place... I stop at a Toyota dealer for histories most expensive flush burp. Thermostat working, all fresh fluid, fan clutch, and it just keeps creeping up... photo is now where its sitting at 60mph on the highway. It's hot here in Florida, but this isn't normal???? Someone suggested I need a transmission cooler??? Ideas?? Clearly many have seen this before... Day 2 of owning my Yota home...

I was considering the propane and gas combo generator... run propane while driving, but I obviously need that the be plumbed. I have found some used Onans around, just don't know if they are any good before I go driving to get them 🙄

Thank you for that great input!! The kiddos are all under 5, so it will get more crowded as time goes on, but now its perfect!! 😁 This rig came with a Kohler 2800, but its no longer here... I want to mount in the original box and trying to get creative! Thought some people may have some good ideas. Since you seem pretty knowledgeable, any input on the R12 to R134? My ac is a bit low and I can find some R12, but should I just convert it and how much is that going to cost me? Thanks again!!

Just purchased my first Yota Home and looking for recommendations! 1991 Toy Winnebago Warrior - V6 Dinnet/couch layout. Doing some renos and then taking 3 kids and wife from FL to Maine! Questions - 1. Portable generators to run ac, fridge, maybe TV or laptop WHILE driving... I am thinking of a 3000 propane/gas power? What are others running?? (I would love solar but don't think it work my application) 2. A reasonably priced awning, with full hardware? 3. Cab windshield and window covers My family is super excited about our new adventure and I am happy to have access to all your knowledge!! Thank you!!