I think when or if I ever use this test I am going to glue down all but
the middle finger of the latex glove I use....I'll video it, if I
remember...but if you are looking for an indicator of trouble in a motor and
you find it...the results/indicator should be as graphic as possible, right?
  DHanson

On Wed, Apr 28, 2010 at 12:45 PM, Scott Daniel - Turbovans <
scottdaniel@turbovans.com> wrote:

> No, it's brilliant and can work just fine.
>
> a member on dieselvanagon gave a similar test.
> Said ...start the engine cold....run it for 30 seconds...
> shut off engine, open cap. If there is pressure there when you remove the
> pressure cap ...
> yup .....exhaust and combustion pressure are getting into the cooling
> system .
> it's same test as the latex glove test.
>
> I love 'tricks' like this too.
> Scott
> www.turbovans.com
>