Oily radiator

Old May 23, 2022 | 07:59 PM
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Just bought a '99 Camaro. Checked radiator overflow.. didn't expect a dipstick.. the bottom of it had a dark oily substance on it. Checked radiator under cap.. a bit oily and rusty. Car runs fine.. haven't lost any oil.. any ideas?
 
Old May 24, 2022 | 07:46 AM
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antifreeze has gone bad. better double flush it and clean the overflow.
 
Old May 24, 2022 | 10:53 AM
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Originally Posted by craby
antifreeze has gone bad. better double flush it and clean the overflow.
Thank you I'll give it a try
 
Old Jul 17, 2022 | 08:29 PM
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Yup, not to worry, it's not motor oil like most folks think , just crappy coolant. Like Craby says, best to flush it best you can.
 
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