08 4.6 Coolant Issue
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Should I do a coolant system flush, would that take care of that issue? Would probably be a good idea anyway.
Another question about this plug. I like the idea of tapping the hole and putting a bolt in it, however, intake is still on the truck, not sure tapping it would be a good idea. Would pushing that rubber plug below the surface and filling it with JB weld or something similar suffice?
Another question about this plug. I like the idea of tapping the hole and putting a bolt in it, however, intake is still on the truck, not sure tapping it would be a good idea. Would pushing that rubber plug below the surface and filling it with JB weld or something similar suffice?
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Bought a plug yesterday, filled the reservoir back up with distilled water, didn't leak out anywhere, left it for a good 20 minutes, no leakage. Started it up, I know, maybe not the best idea, but wanted to see what it would do. Ran fine, temp didn't rise to fast, and no leakage. Coolant level was in the middle after all of this.
This morning, checked it briefly, and coolant level is now an inch below the low mark. I know water evaporates, but wouldn't think that would be the case here, truck is parked on gravel so really cant tell if there was a wet spot anywhere. Any other ideas where it could leak from?
This morning, checked it briefly, and coolant level is now an inch below the low mark. I know water evaporates, but wouldn't think that would be the case here, truck is parked on gravel so really cant tell if there was a wet spot anywhere. Any other ideas where it could leak from?
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Truck is fixed! Thank you for your help!!!
Ill probably rebuild the top of the engine at some point, truck only has 165k miles, not my daily, just need it for winter and hauling crap lol, cheaper than a new one!
Ill probably rebuild the top of the engine at some point, truck only has 165k miles, not my daily, just need it for winter and hauling crap lol, cheaper than a new one!
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jrandis04,
Many, many of the posts in this forum (and others) are open ended. Problem stated, solutions suggested but no closure. Thank you for posting feedback that allows future readers to understand and consider your experience with the issue.
BTW: Central Indiana gets pretty cold in the winter, might be a good idea to check for freezing point, testers are under $5 at most auto parts stores. A final mixture of 50/50 (your target value) has a freezing point of about negative 35F.
Jimboy
Many, many of the posts in this forum (and others) are open ended. Problem stated, solutions suggested but no closure. Thank you for posting feedback that allows future readers to understand and consider your experience with the issue.
BTW: Central Indiana gets pretty cold in the winter, might be a good idea to check for freezing point, testers are under $5 at most auto parts stores. A final mixture of 50/50 (your target value) has a freezing point of about negative 35F.
Jimboy