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Radiator Leaks

Tiny
SWABBOTTJR
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  • 1999 CHEVROLET SUBURBAN
  • V8
  • 4WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 170,000 MILES
I have noticed low coolant levels. Local oil change place noticed small leak on side of radiator and to keep check. This was about 5 months ago. Two weeks past I checked fluid and and was little over a gallon low. I decided it may be time to replace radiator. After the replacement and driving the overflow and radiator were still low. I have checked oil and it looks dark chocolate color. I have no milky look at oil fill and opened drain plug and small amount of liquid did appear. What would be next step? Check compression or oil cooler?
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Tuesday, November 30th, 2010 AT 11:17 PM

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Tiny
WRENCHTECH
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Is the oil thick and pasty or a slippery liquid. Can you see through it?
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Tuesday, November 30th, 2010 AT 11:26 PM
Tiny
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Checked oil and it was thick and pasty, and could not see through.
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Thursday, December 2nd, 2010 AT 5:46 PM
Tiny
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That sounds like it's getting coolant into the oil then. These engines are pretty notorious for intake manifold gasket leaks. You would have to see if it holds pressure with a pressure test.
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Thursday, December 2nd, 2010 AT 5:50 PM

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