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RB26 Coolant Leak

Noticed temp getting near 100c so I shut down. Noticed a leak. After cooling I filled it up and squeezed pipes and found where its coming from. Anyone know the part number by chance? When I do squeeze it comes out the back of the metal pipe. It squirts straight so its a decent hole and not from the hose being loose. Its at the back of the block next to the firewall. Any help is greatly appreciated. -Dave

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9 minutes ago, Sick_R31 said:

I would recommend replacing the 2 rubber hoses as well, here are the part numbers.

Water hose 14055-05U01-

Water hose 14055-05U02-

Metal tube 14498-05U14-

Thank you so much for your help!

well done to have a keen eye on the gauge, lots of people don't notice until it's too late.

while those hoses seem to often be the first ones to go, everything will be a bit old and brittle by now.  why not do a full hose replacement kit like this one for fun over the break, or even better give the car and kit to a mechanic in january :) http://justjap.com/jjr-silicone-engine-heater-hose-set-nissan-rb26dett-r32-gtr-blue.html 

4 hours ago, Duncan said:

well done to have a keen eye on the gauge, lots of people don't notice until it's too late.

while those hoses seem to often be the first ones to go, everything will be a bit old and brittle by now.  why not do a full hose replacement kit like this one for fun over the break, or even better give the car and kit to a mechanic in january :) http://justjap.com/jjr-silicone-engine-heater-hose-set-nissan-rb26dett-r32-gtr-blue.html 

I will get the kit I found on the japan yahoo auctions and probably do what I can. I have access to a lift(hoist) and many tools. Definitely going to get a new radiator as mine is pretty rusty looking on the inside. I should've swapped it when I got the car. Wish I had the extra cash to drop it off somewhere. Bet this job will be a pain.

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How do I remove 14498-05U14 please? I dug through the manual but didn't find anything. Do I start by removing the bolts on this end(in attached image)? Kind of lost since I was unable to source the replacement yet but would at least like to do the first part while I wait. I am going to use Amayama since no shops in Japan could get it for me. Thank you!

 

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Yes they do screw right off, but they can also seize over time and when they do they can twist until they break instead of undoing.

Try a little wd40 over a couple of days, and use a flare nut spanner if you can.

But odds are it's going to break and you'll need to replace it.

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