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Old 08-09-09, 08:26 PM
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this doesn't look right...


it's bubbled up inside, like it melted.
is this normal or should i be a bit concerned?
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Old 08-19-09, 04:10 AM
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i dunna what do you have in your radiator?? coolant or water or cooking oil???
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Old 08-19-09, 06:44 AM
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i had coolant and water... i would hope i didn't have any oil in there.
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Old 08-19-09, 04:27 PM
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i cant really see the content in the pipe what brand is the oil cooler can you try it on another car???? then you could elimanate that its stuffed or not!
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oil cooler? it's to the radiator.
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That's pretty typical looking for an old S5 thermostat housing nearing the end of its life.
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ok thanks. i kinda figured that.
i'll be upgrading to an aluminum housing soon.
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