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Leak in the coolant behind front valve cover?

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Old 03-18-10, 07:28 PM
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Default Leak in the coolant behind front valve cover?

Went to a reputable local shop for a checkup on my Lex and discovered some things. First my front and rear VCG are leaking. I will address that myself, but mainly he found a possible coolant leak somewhere near the rear of the front valve cover that has accumulated some built up antifreeze glob and saw the drip line of of some rust when he had it up on the lift.
Didn't have a chance to run a pressure test yet, but was wondering if any members here could chime in on where the leak may be from, I have noticed my coolant overfill to be very low now, but never noticed any puddles anywhere in the driveway or were I park at work. heres a picture where we noticed the buildup



Thanks for any help
I hope it ain't bad
Old 03-18-10, 09:58 PM
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Looks like the O-ring for the thermostat going bad...suggest replacing the seal and t-stat.
Old 03-19-10, 04:46 AM
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or might by coolant bypass hose
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