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Old 05-27-2017, 03:17 PM
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I just put in a new lower hose from Lucky8 because the old one was leaking. New clamps too. But it still leaks and I have no idea why. Water pump is relatively new. Any tips?
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Old 05-27-2017, 05:15 PM
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The leak looks to be coming from the water pump. Could be the seal between the pump and timing cover or loose bolts. I would check the bolts first.
 
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With that much coolant leaking it should be very easy to determine the source. Start with looking at the water pump weep hole (see pic). If this leaks the coolant can travel down the neck of the pump and end up looking like a hose is leaking.

If the leak is coming from the hose @ the pump (or not), PLEASE.....get rid of that Cheap A$$ Home Depot hose clamp and get one that is smooth on the inside. You can get them at any auto parts store or online, just look/ask for clamps that are made for silicone hoses. They look like this > Silicone Hose Clamps | Gates Corporation

If all else fails go to Advance Auto, Auto Zone, or NAPA and get a small bottle of UV Leak Additive for coolant (about $7.00). IMHO you won't need to do this. Good Luck!
 
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With that much coolant leaking it should be very easy to determine the source. Start with looking at the water pump weep hole (see pic). If this leaks the coolant can travel down the neck of the pump and end up looking like a hose is leaking.

If the leak is coming from the hose @ the pump (or not), PLEASE.....get rid of that Cheap A$$ Home Depot hose clamp and get one that is smooth on the inside. You can get them at any auto parts store or online, just look/ask for clamps that are made for silicone hoses. They look like this > Silicone Hose Clamps | Gates Corporation

If all else fails go to Advance Auto, Auto Zone, or NAPA and get a small bottle of UV Leak Additive for coolant (about $7.00). IMHO you won't need to do this. Good Luck!
Water pump weep hole is as dry as can be. Ended up being that cheap hose clamp. It was just what I had on hand at the time. I replaced it with a proper one and the leak is gone. Thanks everyone
 
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Old 05-28-2017, 10:28 PM
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Glad you got it sorted. We've all been there, using something cheap/on hand bites you in the a$$. It sucks because the difference in price between the cheap-o clamps and the good clamps is about $1.75

I buy clamps in bulk from a few places, but for example RockAuto has a decent price on Gates clamps (see pic).
Another good brand is ABA /NORMA like > Original-Per Clamp (316ss), Ultimate Garage
 
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Good info on the hose clamps. Thanks!
 
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