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1523 messages, Last post on Nov 17, 2009 at 5:23 PM
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I noticed this morning (engine cold) that my coolant in my tank is about 1 inch under the "cold fill level" line. I can't see anything on the ground, nothing is wet, my radiator doesn't seem to be leaking. Last time I used the truck my temperature gage reading was normal. Is it possible that the level comes low and then goes back to its normal level while driving? If so, I don't want to add some and then it's going to be over filled.
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Replying to: laserblue (Feb 23, 2009 10:11 am) Keep checking the level every day to make sure the coolant isn't disappearing. It's normal to have a small amount , couple of ounces of lost in 5-9 months depending on age and mileage of the vehicle. Your vehicle sounds like it's just operating normally but if the problem continues have GM check it for a possible leak in the cooling system.
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Replying to: rvoth (Feb 23, 2009 6:35 pm) If so, how and from where does it vanish?
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Replying to: laserblue (Feb 24, 2009 10:18 am) Example, Aluminum expands faster and farther than steel does at the same temperature, the 3.4 engine has a case Steel (case iron) block with Aluminum heads There's a better chance of tiny leaks due to the disimaliar rates of expansion of the two metals. Compare this to other GM engines that are completely made from Aluminum, like the 2.0 , 2.2 , 2.4, 3.6, 4.4, 4.6, 5.3, 6.2 and the 7.0 liter . These are better built engines. Hope this helps clear up your question.
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Replying to: rvoth (Feb 24, 2009 3:57 pm) I thought it could have been a busted head gasket because the engine head is a bit dirty but every engine I look at seems to be like that after a couple of years and replacing a head gasket could have cost me around 1,000$ or more. I appreciate your reply.... Thanks again. |
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are the coolant and gaskets typical problems for this suv? Is it a particular year and model that has this problem? if your responding to this email please tell me if your purchase this truck again. 
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Replying to: sportsbuggy (Feb 25, 2009 5:34 am) I have an 2008 Equinox LT 3.4 liter ,had it for six months 6800 km and love this engine / transmission combination great for the city and good on the hwy. It has (220) ft/lb torque you can feel when starting from a stop and conservative amount of horsepower (185) . If you are looking for more speed/horsepower look at the SS version with the 3.6 (264) hp and 250 ft/lb of torque. It gets just a little less fuel mileage but much more power with a six speed transmission. I would purchase this vehicle again it has too many positives going for it. |
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Replying to: sportsbuggy (Feb 25, 2009 5:34 am) Mine is a 2005 LT FWD and in the past I've owned 2 Blazers S-10 (1984) and (1994) and I love my Nox as much as my Blazers.
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Replying to: laserblue (Feb 25, 2009 5:33 pm) 
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Replying to: rvoth (Feb 25, 2009 8:31 pm) We can get between 15 and 30 cm. (6 to 12 inches) when it's a good storm and no problems.
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