I always like to see that the engine is stone cold and that the van has been sitting in one spot for a while when I go to check out a van. If the heads are leaking decently then you will see one drop of coolant hanging from the lowest spot on the bottom of the engine under the head (a little ear that sticks down on each side). If the engine is warm sometimes this tell-tale coolant will be dried up. If you are really picky have them remove the lower engine tin that cover the pushrod tubes. Take a look at the gaskets and see if you can see any cracking or seepage. Hope this helps, Ken Wilford http://www.vanagain.com John 3:16 Office (856)-765-1583 Shop (856)-327-0027 Fax (856)-327-2242 |
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