Re: [DML] Coolant Leak?

["DMC Joe" <dmcjoe@xxxx>]

Robert,

The most accurate way to detect a coolant leak is by conducting a cooling
system pressure test. If you don't own a pressure tester just take your "D"
to your favorite mechanic; most service facilities are equipped for this
test.

"We're here to help you"

DMC Help / De Lorean Services / <dmchelp@xxxx>
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----- Original Message -----
From: Robert Rooney <dmcvegas@xxxx>
To: <dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Saturday, October 28, 2000 11:07 PM
Subject: [DML] Coolant Leak?


A couple of weeks ago in traffic my car overheated because of a
faulty cooling fan. While the temp didn't go over 240°, this isn't
the first time my car has been this hot. Although I did blow my
radiator cap (since replaced). Ever since my car has be "drinking"
coolant. At least once a week I have to fill the overflow bottle. Now
I know that I have a slight leak from the hose behind my water pump
that connects to the Y-pipe. But I'm unable to see any coolant
puddles on the top of the block any longer, and there's no antifreeze
on my garage floor. Yesterday I thought I smelled burning coolant
when I got out. I thought it may be a bad head gasket, but I can't
see any water in my oil, and my oil level is staying the same. But
I'm only looking at the dipstick. Plus my coolant stays clean. So as
you can guess I have a couple of questions:

1. Is it possible that because I'm in cold weather now that when the
coolant leaks on top of the block it just steams away?

2. If I have a bad headgasket could the same be true only the steam
would exit thru the crakcase breather?

3. What exactly would I look for when I do an oil change to find
water in the oil?

Thanks in advance!

-Robert
vin 6585



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