Re: The big coolant disaster. HELP!

Posted by fred kanter On 2010/11/16 20:56:44

There is little danger from metal particles getting into the cooling system. There will be very little getting in there, when you fill up the motor open up the drain petcock and flush it out. If you run pure water they will rust away very quickly. If you run antifreeze which has a rust inhibitor they will just find their way to the bottom of the radiator and sit there.

The only damage that may happen will be to the water pump seal but I find that unlikely.

I agree that the manifolds should be removed. Then drill as
required and install a Heli-coil, putting sealer on the outside threads. INstall a correct stud using sealer on the outside threads. Good to go for another 55 years.

While you have it apart 2 more things to check. Check the rest of the sutds and check the exhaust manifold heat riser which I will bet my bottom dollar is frozen. Free it up with WD-40, but first buy stock in WD 40 , you may need a lot. You may need to use a torch to free it.

While the side of the motor is unobstructed if teh valve covers are leaking, good time to replace the gaskets.

Enjoy working on a well made, easy to service car. To change a fan belt on a 2010 car you need a PhD.

Fred Kanter
Kanter Auto Products
Boonton NJ