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Coolant leak

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Tmar04, Dec 11, 2024.

  1. Dec 11, 2024 at 4:56 AM
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    Tmar04

    Tmar04 [OP] Well-Known Member

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    2000 Tacoma prerunner, 375,000 miles. Runs perfect, just old. I change oil every 5 k, Mobil 1 5w30. 1/2 qt down at 5k. No leaks. My question is: Blackstone Labs did oil analysis. Said has coolant leak into oil.determined by potassium 28 and sodium 204.
    No recommendation.i bought truck with 370k on and I am 4th owner. Should I worry or keep driving? Thanks to all you experts and Merry Christmas to all
     
  2. Dec 11, 2024 at 5:44 AM
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    02hilux

    02hilux What do you mean there’s no road, I’m here

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    Are you topping off coolant reservoir every 5k miles?
     
  3. Dec 11, 2024 at 5:48 AM
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    Haven’t in past, but on my list now. Thanks for reminding me. Merry Christmas!
     
  4. Dec 11, 2024 at 5:58 AM
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    02hilux

    02hilux What do you mean there’s no road, I’m here

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    I guess my question is, if you haven’t noticed the coolant level dropping, I would continue using the truck as is. But if you’re topping off because the reservoir is empty, you might have a cracked block, bad head gasket, cracked head or all 3.
     
  5. Dec 11, 2024 at 6:00 AM
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    Yes, I see where you’re coming from. I’ll keep an eye on it. Again, my thanks
     
  6. Dec 11, 2024 at 6:38 AM
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    Anyone have recommendations for head gasket kit for my 2000 2.7. I suspect I’ll need one soon. I’ve seen them online from 49.00 to 149.00
     
  7. Dec 11, 2024 at 7:01 AM
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    3rz to 2Rz bebuilt block and new heads
  8. Dec 11, 2024 at 7:13 AM
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    Wow, truck didn’t cost much more !! Thanks!
     

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