Does this 124 look familiar(e) to you?

[fiasco]

Here ya go. But you need to reduce the size of the photo so that it will fit on the page.
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[sptcoupe]

Thanks for the assist! My prowess in hi-tech things like posting a pic on this forum in no way reflects the way I build TC engines or tune IDFs.

[Nancy1340]

I got a few emails pointng out that the link in my post doesnt work. Sorry. Hope this one does.

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When you cut and paste you need to not include the IMG codes and brackets on each end.

http://i721.photobucket.com/albums/ww21 ... /fiat4.jpg

[perthling]

you might want to check the sway bar bushings or something might be loose around the grille area. .

Sway bar bushings have been replaced with new, along with all the suspension bushes. Could be the grille or something near the battery.

I also had a rattle in the brake pads when I was missing a clip. .

I have installed overhauled calipers with new pads, discs and hoses, and was pretty careful to check I ended up with all the bits reinstalled, but it doesn't hurt to check.

As for the heating up, you know the t-stat is opening?.

Yes, I tested it on the stove top before I had the housing brazed up to prevent it leaking.

I would check that, along with pressure testing the system for any leaks. If the cap can't handle the pressure, it's allowing air in the system. Check your water pump belt to see if it's slipping .

Good point about the pump belt, I haven't checked it since I installed a new belt along with a new timing belt. Will also install a known good cap from one of my other cars for the drive home to see if it makes a difference.

[baltobernie]

Will also install a known good cap from one of my other cars for the drive home to see if it makes a difference.

An experienced Fiat owner such as yourself knows that there are two different radiator caps for 124-series? The difference is in the neck length of the radiator. The short cap will fit on the long neck version, but the results mimic what you're describing. Just a tip for other new owners.