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Old 03-17-2010, 07:57 PM
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while changing my rear main seal i noticed coolant dripping off the front of the oil pan. the hoses are fine. could this coming from anywhere other than the water pump? there are no visible leaks looking down from the top of the motor. is there anything under the water pump that could be leaking?
 
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Old 03-17-2010, 08:11 PM
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Could it be that back 90 degree 5/8 hose off the back of the canister on the pass side, there are 4 of them 90 degree bastards on the 1st gens, not to mention the little shitty 2-3" pieces. I just changed all mine.
 
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Old 03-17-2010, 08:21 PM
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waterpump weep hole could be leaking on the bottom of your waterpump a sign that you will need to change your waterpump
 
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Old 03-17-2010, 08:44 PM
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sounds like it might be time to fix my KDP while i am possibly replacing the water pump.
 
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Also, check the block heater port on the side of the block. The bolt broke on mine, was an easy fix though.
 
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Old 03-18-2010, 08:50 AM
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freeze plug?
 
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