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Finally checked fuel mileage and got 23mpg on one tank. Not to accurate, but I have been driving like and idiot so I was a bit surprised.

Had issues with the fan rubbing, so I loosened the belt. Then the alternator light started coming on at low rpms. I re-tightened the belt and and the rubbing was back and the alternator light was on at low rpm and if I revved past 4k rpms. I removed the alternator and found one nut loose.
I put everything back cranked the car and no rubbing and no alternator light (should have checked the voltage at the battery). Stranded in my own driveway.
I used a rebuild alternator from Advance Auto so it's still under warranty.

I still haven't replaced the thermostat o-ring, but will get to it soon. I did replace the breather hose with a piece of heater hose to see if that would help.
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