Coolant leak.

[daleneg]

have a really wierd coolant leak. Had to remove the a/c compessor and power steering pump to find that the coolant is coming from under the lower intake manifold. I'm thinking that the maifold gasket is gone? Any suggestions?

 

[Tbars4]

...Although you didn't mention what size engine, I'm going to guess a 4.0L..You might find some useful info in this thread and the link to other threads it has in it..
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=276548

 

[daleneg]

Yes it ia a 4.0 and the link you suggested is of some help. I haven't gone into an engine this deep in years but can't afford to send it to the shop as my wife's car is already there.

 

[yavapaires]

Try Bars Leak, or K&W block sealer for a temporary fix. I bought my 96 4.0 OHV in February, and it was getting water in one cylinder and leaking from under the manifold. The hot antifreeze smell was very apparant. I put Bars Leak in it, and have not had any more water in the cylinder since. On a recent trip from NE to AZ and back, it did develop a small water leak, more of a seep, from under the right head. I have not had to add any coolant yet. This is just a temporary repair until I can get new gaskets. But, it is advertised that the manufacturers add K&W when new.

 

[BrooklynBay]

Welcome to this forum! I've moved your thread into the Ranger section. Check the freeze plugs.

 

[daleneg]

...Although you didn't mention what size engine, I'm going to guess a 4.0L..You might find some useful info in this thread and the link to other threads it has in it..
http://www.explorerforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=276548

Thank you for the information. Alot of good tips and makes me feel a lot better about tackeling this problem. I have been having a problem with the upper manafold gasket for quite some time so now is a good time to fix that also. Going to take my time and do it right.