Re: [DML] Loss of coolant

[Soma576@xxxx]

In a message dated 9/29/03 9:14:26 PM Central Daylight Time, 
jeffrey.lawson@xxxx writes:

> After I tightened the loose hose 
> back on and refilled it with coolant (it took 2 gallons of water/coolant) 
> everything was 
> fine, I think. It there anything that I should be concerned over (other 
> than another 
> loose coolant hose)?
> 
> Any advice is appreciated! Thanks!

As long as the needle didn't stay up there too long, you should be ok. how 
does it run now that everything is fixed? the block is pretty tough and takes a 
bit to really mess it up.

since you are a new owner, get ready to spend some money. if everything is 
original, you should seriously take a hard look at ALL of the rubber coolant 
lines. if they have any cracks, feel brittle, look glazed, or have soft spots 
or tumors on them, replace them all. while you are at it, you may want to 
replace the radiator with a better 3-row design w/o plastic end caps (known for 
leaks). in fact, you may choose to go all out and replace the waterpump while 
you are it! at the very least, pressure test your cooling system now and make 
sure it holds 15 lbs for at least 10 minutes. also install a self-bleeder kit 
so you make sure to get all of the air pockets out.

Andy


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