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Old Feb 11, 2011 | 01:54 PM
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From: Sierra Vista, AZ
Car: 1987 IROC
Engine: 305 TPI
Smoke from drivers side

1987 IROC 305 Standard, No Mods.

What works...fans, there is coolant and I installed a new thermostat.

The problem...I drove my car for 5 minutes and the temps gauge pegged out. I parked it and there was smoke from the driver's side. I didn't see coolant that had gone on the engine and there was coolant in the overflow. Is there a part that commonly fails as far as the cooling system with these cars? What is the best way to go about this problem. Thanks in advance,
Joe
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Old Feb 11, 2011 | 01:59 PM
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Car: 1985 camaro Z28
Engine: 305 5.0 V8 carburated
Transmission: 700r4
Re: Smoke from drivers side

You could check the heater diverter valve. Mine broke 5 minutes ago and coolant poured everywhere.
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Old Feb 11, 2011 | 02:03 PM
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Re: Smoke from drivers side

Sorry to hear that, I don't have any leaks.
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