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    -- Update--

    Replaced the water pump (only cause i didnt trust it) and replaced the elbow. Seems to be fine now. The elbow was COMPLETELY rotted away and it was obvious this was the cause of the leak.

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    Hi,

    I've been experiencing a coolant leak recently. I put a whole container of dexcool in it and it was all gone after driving about 80 miles. I looked around but I really cannot find any leaks on the ground or anything, but this stuff must be just draining somewhere I cant see. I read some other forums and I was wondering if it is the water pump, the elbows, or the LIM gasket. I see wetness around the water pump but I really don't see anything that can justify 2 gallons gone. I really can't find much wetness.
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    - There is a strong smell of burning dexcool when I drive
    - Pump is making noises (at least i think it is the pump)
    - Car is getting hot
    - Smoke comes out from underneath the alternator when I stop after a drive

    thanks for reading


    Last edited by Thenerveman; 08-16-2013 at 02:08 PM.
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