3rd Apr 2015, 20:22
I experienced the same problem with my Honda, and all it took was a simple change of the radiator. I've put in a new one and it runs beautifully.
25th Oct 2015, 02:01
I own a 1985 pop up lights Ballade. I had the same issue for years. The fault was undetected, and thousands of rand later, my mechanic spotted steam entering the inside of the car. You wouldn't believe that water was escaping from the heater's tanks. Currently it's blocked off and car remains relatively cool.
30th Oct 2015, 21:15
I have a 89 Honda Ballade 150 SH4 16 valve. I had a similar problem as well. I had to install an additional electric fan, and the temperature now is always down. Great performance at 427 000km on the clock, I am proud to be the 3rd owner. Cheers.
17th Feb 2016, 11:00
I have had my 87 Ballade for 9 months now and what an amazing car it is. I bought it from an old lady and the car had an overheating problem. The car would overheat regularly. This was because the car would gradually lose the water in the engine. I replaced the head gasket and still had the same problem. I noticed a few days ago that the carpet had a damp spot in it. I have blanked off the heater and the car seems a lot better.
12th Apr 2014, 04:03
I own a 85 model Ballade. It's a good daily runner. I had the same problem. Just removed the thermostarter, cleaned the radiator with radiator flush and inserted anti freeze. Ensure your car is well maintained.