The coolant is disappearing. Originally I thought it was evaporating
from some leak (hole or loose hose). I haven't left the thermostat
out but I did replace it. I replace the cap as well a day after I
replaced the thermo, I too thought it was the cap now I am not so
sure. We are talking a gallon of water in 15 minutes and I have no
clue where it is disappearing to.
I think my next step will be to remove the thermo (add mix to block),
flush the system, remove and replace all hoses, perform a pressure
(maybe first) test, then if all fails go in after the head gasket.
Thanks
Subject: Re: Major coolant loss!
Author: <richard.arnold@juno.com (Richard D. Arnold)> at Internet
Date: 6/5/98 11:37 AM
Is the coolant being 'puked,' or is it just disappearing?
Make sure the fan is operational.
Remove the thermostat (go with the factory specs on it, BTW), then fill
the block with a 50/50 mix of antifreeze, then replace the thermostat and
fill the radiator (this eliminates any air bubbles in the system).
Make sure the overflow tank is in place and the hoses leading to it are
clear. Top it off.
Then replace the radiator cap with a new one. I'm thinking it is locking
up and not letting the coolant back in from the overflow tank when the
car needs it, so the car overheats.
Luck,
Rich
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