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Old 04-15-2010, 12:02 AM
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I have a 2004 911 c/2 cab tip. i have a coolant leak coming out of somewhere that is right of center, towards rear, but i cant locate exact location.

the leak seems to be more prevalent after the car is driven for more than 5 minutes or so, and eventually stops. the engine temp seems always to be ok, and i get no other warning lights.

so many thoughts going thru my head, like, its the engine block, which im hoping its not.

does anyone have any ideas for me on what to check?

i would really be thankful for any input from someone who can point me in the right direction.

thanks.

EDIT: moved from the 911 Forum. - Mod
Old 04-15-2010, 12:17 AM
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You need to go to the 996 forum under water-cooled.
Old 04-15-2010, 12:17 AM
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That's ridiculous. The cars represented on this forum don't have coolant, other than the ~11 qts of 20-50 most of us run......although I do use an alcohol-based coolant in my body after some wrenching on my car.
Old 04-15-2010, 12:47 AM
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waterpump -
easy job for a good DIY'r
go to the 996 sub forum

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Old 04-15-2010, 10:23 AM
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Yeah, on the door hitting you in the a$$ lol no waterpumpers allowed here this forum is for "REAL" 911's
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its just not true -



I found a water pump on mine.... it cleans the windshield and headlights though
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I had to get my 88 appraised for insurance purposes.
Found a guy to do it.
It cost me $300 for his services.
He came by and took a whack of pictures and filled out a very comprehensive vehicle report, which included the following tick mark.

Antifreeze --- Checked, OK.
Old 04-15-2010, 03:58 PM
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Originally Posted by ivangene
waterpump -
easy job for a good DIY'r
go to the 996 sub forum

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Ed's getting the "air cooled" mentality mighty fast.
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Guess we lost another one Marc...at least this one insn't another IMS failure.
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Where's the steam engine forum? Those steam engine guys are the only ones that own true Porsches.

Nothing like antiquated technology to latch on to. Now where's my speak and spell?
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They are trying to lock in their coal suppliers.
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Rut roe - caught!!!

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Originally Posted by Marc Gelefsky
Ed's getting the "air cooled" mentality mighty fast.
LOL
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