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Subject:Leak on 2.1 coolant line from pump--rubber coupling
From:chris and/or ruth
Date:Mon, 3 Aug 2009 18:53:42 -0700

I posted yesterday night that my 90 MV (that is for sale) started using coolant on the highway. I was alerted by the low coolant light and it never over heated but I expected the worst...
Upon closer examination it is a hose leak.� This is the very short hose coupling between two steel pipes; one coming from the water pump and the other going into the passenger side water jacket of the engine.
Anyone have any first hand experience replacing this short piece?�� Will a new piece or part just slide on one side, then the other?� Doesn't look too bad once the belts are out of the way but suggestions to do it the easy way first are appreciated.
Thanks,
Chris C
90 MV Wisconsin