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My car overheated and the engine coolant/water light came on

Tiny
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However the gauge showed mid way between H & C (normal). I thought maybe the water was low, but when I checked it. It was full & bubbling up. The next day I had a friend replace the thermostat. Now it won't hold water, it drains out within 5 to 10 mins. He re installed it with and O ring, but it still drains out.
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Tuesday, May 29th, 2012 AT 11:31 PM

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Tiny
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You need a shop to find the leak and see if you have damaged the motor.

Roy
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Tuesday, May 29th, 2012 AT 11:33 PM
Tiny
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Thanks Roy, will do.
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Tuesday, May 29th, 2012 AT 11:58 PM

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