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Old Aug 12, 2003 | 03:59 PM
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antifreeze smell

I have recently started smelling antifreeze after driving , the temp guage never budges, any ideas?????
Its a 7.3 powerstroke in a 98 E-350 (quigley 4x4 conversion) Motor has 170,000 miles
 
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Old Aug 12, 2003 | 04:06 PM
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antifreeze smell

I’m sure you have already done this but, have you checked the engine compartment for any leaking?? Has your coolant reservoir dropped? Do you smell it inside the cab of your truck? Please advise...
 
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Old Aug 13, 2003 | 07:35 AM
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antifreeze smell

Check the waterpump from underneath the truck. Look behind the pulley for any residue. Many times it will not leak enough to hit the ground but enough to smell it.
 
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