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Old 07-13-2007, 12:09 PM
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At the yearly car inspection (MOT) gave me a remark on my inspection sheet, under 'to be monitored' for...

hold on...

wait for it...

sit down , take out the popcorn and beer...

sitting comfortably, are you ?

Right...

Here it goes...

AN ENGINE COOLANT LEAK

Daft buggers.

Peter R.
Old 07-13-2007, 12:10 PM
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that is freakin' hilarious...
thanks for the laugh this morning
Old 07-13-2007, 12:11 PM
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Oh man thats good
Old 07-13-2007, 12:19 PM
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Better deal with it now before it gets worse...
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Better have that looked at as soon as possible....
Old 07-13-2007, 12:22 PM
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I have heard that the 993's were especially prone to bad leaks. Any that are running an original motor can be found to not have any engine coolant. Good thing the inspectors have warned you.
Old 07-13-2007, 12:41 PM
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I have an extra radiator that I will sell you cheap...LOL
Old 07-13-2007, 12:43 PM
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Good thing they didn't notice the towbar electrics were on the fritz...

Just noticed : rear fog lights do not work.

They work just fine. The bloke probably got confused with all them there buttons to pull.

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Old 07-13-2007, 01:13 PM
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Thanks for the laugh to start my day.
Old 07-13-2007, 01:34 PM
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isnt oil considered a coolant in these cars
Old 07-13-2007, 01:48 PM
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I see Belgium inspectors are just as competent as those in the US.
Old 07-13-2007, 01:59 PM
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Better check the muffler bearings while you are at it.
Old 07-13-2007, 02:11 PM
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During my last smog check I was asked if the extra distributor was in case one failed.
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I'm surprised he didn't note that the engine was missing when he opened the hood.
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Hmmm...can't find any coolant....must be...er...LEAKING! That's it!


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