Head Gasket Leak
#1
Head Gasket Leak
I have my 2003 Land Rover Discovery II with 89k miles that is leaking a few drops of coolant near cylinder #1. I noticed the leak while changing the oil filter, therefore I performed the chemical block test and no exhaust gasses were present, however I am losing coolant the I am keeping an eye on and would like to make it through this summer before doing a complete head gasket, water pump, timing chain service, etc.
Any suggestions would be appreciated...
Any suggestions would be appreciated...
#2
#6
Well, you were right, it is the timing cover gasket.
I pressurized the cooling system up cold up to 17 lbs. as recommended by Mike and observed a few drops of coolant from the cover.
My truck has less than 90k, therefore I will replace the water pump, however should I replace the chain and look at the condition of the oil pump too?
Looking for suggestions....
I pressurized the cooling system up cold up to 17 lbs. as recommended by Mike and observed a few drops of coolant from the cover.
My truck has less than 90k, therefore I will replace the water pump, however should I replace the chain and look at the condition of the oil pump too?
Looking for suggestions....
#8
At your mileage, since you are pulling the timing chain cover, yes it is a little early, but I would replace the chain set and well as the oil pump so you don't have to open it up later.
Might also look a the AirTex water pump shown of British Parts of Utah and A.B, comes with a 2 year warranty and a solid bronze empellor.
Might also look a the AirTex water pump shown of British Parts of Utah and A.B, comes with a 2 year warranty and a solid bronze empellor.