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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 09:14 PM
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coolent leak from back of motor

have a 85 305 tpi and found coolent leaking off off my starter steady dripping. i checked the heater hoses to the firewall and they were fine. were else could it be coming from? thanks
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 09:19 PM
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Re: coolent leak from back of motor

Check the intake gasket. Use a mirror if you have to.Make sure its not going in your oil pan!
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Old Jul 19, 2008 | 09:38 PM
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From: oxford n.c.
Car: 1991 transam
Engine: 305 30 over long tubes into 3" y
Transmission: 700r4
Axle/Gears: 4:10
Re: coolent leak from back of motor

theres a freeze plug right above the starter, youll probably have to remove starter to see it, later jimmy
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