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Title: Gasket question:
Post by: stock93tracker on October 29, 2005, 02:40:36 PM

It appears that right above the alternator, where the hose from the radiator enters the engine block, I have a slight leaking problem with the engine coolant.  Im figuring its just the gasket there.  Can anybody clue me in as to what the model number is for the gasket and possible how much it should cost?  Also, how would I go about removing the hose end from the engine block?  Just undo the 2 screws and go?  Or will I have a slight spray of coolant all over the engine if I do this?

Thanks
-Rob

Title: Re: Gasket question:
Post by: aumtracker on October 29, 2005, 03:00:02 PM

sounds like the thermistat gasket  you can get it at napa for like 5 bucks .  sum coolant  will squirt out but dont worry about it  its a pretty easy fix you should change the thermistat wile youve got it opened  ;D

Title: Re: Gasket question:
Post by: wildgoody on October 29, 2005, 08:33:43 PM

Could this be the coolant tube behind the water pump ???
that would need a new O-ring, but would be more work

Title: Re: Gasket question:
Post by: stock93tracker on October 30, 2005, 05:31:05 AM

So, where is the thermostat located at?  How much would it cost in parts for replacing that too?

Title: Re: Gasket question:
Post by: stock93tracker on October 30, 2005, 11:58:52 AM

Oh snap.  After I looked closer at the hose it appears the drip is from there and not the gasket.  Oh well, th gasket only cost $1.09 at Autozone so, not a big loss...

Title: Re: Gasket question:
Post by: stock93tracker on October 30, 2005, 12:41:52 PM

There was a little more than "a little" spray, more like a stream then just a slight drip. Other than that though, looks good, new gasket fit nice and tight in the spot.  I checked it after a little drive and didnt see anymore leakage.  We will give it time though.  Could spring up as a problem again down the road.

Title: Re: Gasket question:
Post by: aumtracker on October 30, 2005, 04:46:15 PM

 :)glad to hear it