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Leaky coolant
Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2007 6:56 pm
by gqroo
G'day people i was just looking out window and noticed coolant leaking from truck, it seemed to be coming from a tiny little hole under gas converter next to big 22mm drain plug,
About 1litre in 3 hrs has leaked out any help would be great thanks.
X1 is all i can read on converter if thats any help.
4.2 mav

Posted: Wed Dec 12, 2007 10:30 pm
by PGS 4WD
If it is a B2 or OHG model x1 or one of th copies available now you need a new lower gasket, the rear plate is designed with expansion chambers and a big rubber gasket in case the converter freezes to stop the housing cracking, this rubber gasket goes hard and brittle an leaks from the two breather holes underneath.
Joel
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2007 4:12 pm
by gqroo
Thanks Joel it is the OHG model is this as easy as it sounds to fix or does it involve a mechanic, I am capable with tools
Cheers Louie
Posted: Thu Dec 13, 2007 8:12 pm
by PGS 4WD
Easy if the screws aren't rusted in, can become painful if ther are.
Joel