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Old 05-03-09, 04:50 PM
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Coolant leak help

I have been chasing a coolant leak in my FD for the past week or so. Originally it seemed it was coming from the thermostat housing, took it off and the thermostat seal was all torn up. I ordered a new one put it in, and it isn't leaking from there anymore. Unfortunately there is another leak. I have traced it from the lower radiator hose (it is collecting and dripping off of it) and runs up the back of the 'spout' for lack of better term, that it connects to.Any ideas?

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Mitch
Old 05-03-09, 07:15 PM
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How old are the hoses?

I would just replace the radiator hoses plus the AST ones. Unlike many FD parts, they are pretty cheap.
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im guessing you have stock twins? Have you checked out your turbo coolant hoses? There are two, one on top by the water pump housing and one below it. I would check those out or replace them anyway, It should only cost you 5 bucks.
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Or the waterpump gasket, or waterpump housing to front iron gasket.
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Originally Posted by Sgtblue
Or the waterpump gasket, or waterpump housing to front iron gasket.
This was it. Thanks for your help guys.
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