Found a coolant leak in the hose that connects the T-stat to the Distributor Tower. https://www.gowesty.com/product/hoses/18816/coolant-hose-thermostat-housing-to-distribution-tower-?v= Looks like it might be a bit tricky to make the connection to the distributor tower. Is that the case? Any tips? The leak is suspiciously close to where work was done to replace my oil leak last month. Did the leak happen because the hose is old and couldn't handle being bumped and pushed around? Am I going to hasten many other leaks by fixing this one? Would rescue tape work for a few years and prevent me from causing new problems in the immediate future? All I need at present is one hose ($14.95). Should I change all of the coolant system ($944, if I am not mistaken)? If I don't change all of the system, what would be the smartest items to replace? Weak in the knees, Gabby 1986 WBX Westy |
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