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Loss of power after blown radiator

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Old Mar 10, 2011 | 09:02 PM
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Default Loss of power after blown radiator

I blew a hole in my radiator the other day and had it replaced; but now my truck seems to have lost some power and idles rough. I have a 2002 1500 ram. I just dont know where to start to getting this fixed, it just seems weird to me and doesn't "feel" right after the blow out.
 
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Old Mar 11, 2011 | 08:34 AM
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Welcome to the site. Did it run hot? You might have blown head gaskets or cracked heads if you are losing power like that. Just a thought
 
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Old Mar 11, 2011 | 09:17 AM
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yup... sounds like a compression test is in order.. also, check your oil to see if it is coolant contaminated.
 
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