4900ex improve my cooling

Discussion in 'Western Star Forum' started by ihc4b, Jul 25, 2025 at 6:55 PM.

  1. ihc4b

    ihc4b Light Load Member

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    I have a 2006 western star 4900ex. I am looking to improve my cooling. It tends to temp up on the longer pulls. Run inbetween 90,000 to 100,000 lbs loaded. I have good power, but have to slow way down to keep things cool, even with the fan on.
    It has a c15 accert with an 18spd. The radiator has the upper radiator hose on the drivers side and the passenger side outlet is down low. It does not have the bolt on flange underneath, like my parts Star has. Cools ok when empty around 60,000, holds pressure with a tester. Oil cooler is separate.
    What suppliers make a bigger or thicker radiator for my application. Thinking of changing it out when I do my thermostats
    Has anyone had better cooling using that PDI oil cooler. Claims about 10 degrees drop in oil temp.
     
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  3. Stringb8n

    Stringb8n Road Train Member

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    I am just wondering, have you always had the issue with the temp rising like you are describing? It could be something like your fan clutch just dying a slow death.
     
  4. JB7

    JB7 Heavy Load Member

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    Try blowing out the radiator with air and also get a coil cleaner and use that on the radiator, condenser and charge air cooler.
    "It tends to temp up..." How much? What are the coolant and oil temps?
     
  5. 062

    062 Road Train Member

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    What is the pyro showing for temp?
     
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