Battery terminal corrosion will increase overall circuit resistance and will reduce parasitic current drain and any other component (like starter) will receive much less energy.
My response here may be 'after the fact' but here it is: The basic problem is a weak/worn-out battery and should be replaced.. Despite the fact that the alternator does appear to be charging this faulty battery, it is getting only a 'surface charge' and that doesn't store much battery starting...
This past week Ihad a very similar, almost identical problem along with low power warning from engine. All this after having the front wheel re-balanced (a weight was thrown). Problem solved after disconnecting battery for a few minutes and reconnecting. Seems that when car is frame lifted so...
My guess is that the increase in coolant temp created and or exacerbated an air bubble and it reduced coolant circulation. I have experienced this. The way to cure it is to open the water vavle adjacent to the radiator top and release the pressure. Be VERY careful as the coolant is scalding hot...
Hard to find but Lakeland Ford has it. It's been upgraded to version BB and Rock Auto has it. Try these for openers and more Google references are there.
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