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Old 08-05-2005, 03:29 AM
Clydesvx Clydesvx is offline
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Originally Posted by Beav
Not exactly a good idea. If the combustion gases are leaking into the coolant the coolant may be leaking into the oil.... Plus the extra pressure/temperature/unfriendly gases in the coolant can be cause for the radiator/radiator tank/heater core/hoses to go south. (extra pressure can occur when the problem increases to the point that the rad cap can't keep up with dumping combustion gases.)
You are correct, It's not a good idea but it bought me time and prevented a complete meltdown that would have left me stranded on the road. The oil was not compromised.
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