antifreeze leak
05-10-2012, 01:11 PM
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antifreeze leak
I encountered something that I've never seen in all my years of working on cars. I have a '61 270 hp with an antifreeze leak at the rear of the engine, between the block and oil pan. Has anyone ever had the same problem???
05-10-2012, 01:22 PM
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Sounds like one of the frost plugs in the back of the block has started to leak.....unfortunately not a fun job.....
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05-10-2012, 02:37 PM
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I think your right, the coolant is dripping from the oil pan directly below the freeze plug. I'll know more when I get the starter off. This is a new rebuild by a reputable shop, and the freeze plug never entered my mind. Thnx for the help.
