3.1 coolant leak, help please
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3.1 coolant leak, help please
i have a 1992 camaro rs w/ 3.1L v6 engine. I don't know if this item is the issue in my picture but it would appear so. Anyone tell me what this is and if its possible that my coolant is coming from here. Thanks
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
Yes.
Do you want to repair it correctly, or just stop the leak for a few months?
If the latter, then just drain a couple gallons of coolant from the system, then clean that up really good, then use a lot of JB Kwik and goop it all the way around. Let it sit overnight, then refill and enjoy.
Do you want to repair it correctly, or just stop the leak for a few months?
If the latter, then just drain a couple gallons of coolant from the system, then clean that up really good, then use a lot of JB Kwik and goop it all the way around. Let it sit overnight, then refill and enjoy.
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
What is it that is leaking? and i would rather fix it correctly
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
looks like the gasket between the timing cover and block or water pump to timing cover. It is not hard to repair. My old Firebird use to do it. Had to replace the gasket twice in three years. Just make sure you have a good set of Torx sockets. I believe they are in the water pump and timing cover on those engines. Its been awhile since I drove a V6.
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
it is the item i circled, the heater inlet fitting. when i squeeze the hose i can see fluids leak out. during the removal of this part it broke.... the treads are still in the block. is there any good(easy) ways to remove this? Thanks for all your help
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
Ouch! My lil bro's old 3.1 did that! I remember he had to get an easy out to get the coupling out.
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
LOL! thats the name of the tool "easy out". it is like a drill bit but the blades are backwards. Just go to any autoparts store and tell them you need one. I think they can loan it too you. Also, Sears sells them.
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
Hey Guys
I've got the same leaking issue on my '1990 3.1 V6 and I would like to fix it.
What kind of gasket is there in place? Can I replace it like using a new O-ring rubber gasket?
I hope my english is not too bad...
Thanks.
ayCaramba
I've got the same leaking issue on my '1990 3.1 V6 and I would like to fix it.
What kind of gasket is there in place? Can I replace it like using a new O-ring rubber gasket?
I hope my english is not too bad...
Thanks.
ayCaramba
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
It's a quick disconnect that GM used back then. They used them on the fullsize pickups too. They frequently cause problems. So much so that any autoparts store worth it's salt will have the fitting and the extractor needed to remove the old broken fitting, on the shelf.
The "fix" is to replace the quick disconnect with a heater hose barb fitting, and a few inches of heater hose with a couple clamps.
The "fix" is to replace the quick disconnect with a heater hose barb fitting, and a few inches of heater hose with a couple clamps.
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
Had the same leak. Typical 3.1 leak.I Put like a whole bottle of some Krazy glue. Still holding up. NO BS
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
It's a quick disconnect that GM used back then. They used them on the fullsize pickups too. They frequently cause problems. So much so that any autoparts store worth it's salt will have the fitting and the extractor needed to remove the old broken fitting, on the shelf.
The "fix" is to replace the quick disconnect with a heater hose barb fitting, and a few inches of heater hose with a couple clamps.
The "fix" is to replace the quick disconnect with a heater hose barb fitting, and a few inches of heater hose with a couple clamps.
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
Here is the one my truck needed: https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/...hose+connector
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
It is 1/2" male pipe thread, I believe.
Here is the one my truck needed: https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/...hose+connector
Here is the one my truck needed: https://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/...hose+connector
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
Replacing the fitting with a new quick disconnect will work if the mating end of the hard pipe is in good enough condition to seal. It's not terrible unusual for the pipe to rust. That's why I suggest using a barbed fitting, heater hose, and a couple clamps. They will seal, and it won't fail again in the life of the car.
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
Good point and the other option.
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
Replacing the fitting with a new quick disconnect will work if the mating end of the hard pipe is in good enough condition to seal. It's not terrible unusual for the pipe to rust. That's why I suggest using a barbed fitting, heater hose, and a couple clamps. They will seal, and it won't fail again in the life of the car.
That would definitely fix the issue for at least 20 years.
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Re: 3.1 coolant leak, help please
Search for pipe fitting union. I did some searching and came up with a few other options. I don't know your exact sizes of pipe thread and hose size, so you will have to make the choice. Looking at your picture, it seems that a 90 degree fitting might work better, but I don't know if you have the clearance to thread it in. Good luck.
https://www.rockauto.com/en/tools/ho...ting+union,286
https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...622798&jsn=975
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/se...=1&results=All
https://www.rockauto.com/en/parts/ac...cumulator,6972
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brass-90-Deg...-/222094183718
http://paceperformance.com/i-5147283...-4-length.html
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...0886&ppt=C0108
https://www.rockauto.com/en/tools/ho...ting+union,286
https://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo...622798&jsn=975
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/se...=1&results=All
https://www.rockauto.com/en/parts/ac...cumulator,6972
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Brass-90-Deg...-/222094183718
http://paceperformance.com/i-5147283...-4-length.html
http://www.oreillyauto.com/site/c/de...0886&ppt=C0108
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