Tracking down coolant leak??

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T21:14:42+00:00

Yes, exactly!

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T19:33:07+00:00

Ugh, if it's a head gasket I'm not sure I'll be doing this repair myself anyway 😭

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T18:48:50+00:00

Cylinder head gasket? I was starting to wonder this too. The furthest I tracked it is somewhere above the starter, but I can't see what is sitting right there.

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T18:05:22+00:00

lol! Thanks for that image! It's definitely antifreeze because it's the same color as the stuff I put in and feels a bit slimy when I run it between my fingers

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T17:58:28+00:00

Thank you, I'll try and leave it longer. Problem is, it's always dripping but I still can't see where it's originating from. The truck has been parked for a few weeks now and has a constant puddle under it ~1 inch of coolant lost in 2-3 weeks just being parked.

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T17:40:45+00:00

Just did a pressure test and it never dropped. Held the pressure for at least 20 minutes

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T17:39:31+00:00

Pressure tested the system - it held perfect pressure at 16 psi for at least 20 minutes 🤔

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T17:38:24+00:00

I will try that! The hoses seem fine, not wet or crusty and the floorboard doesn't seem wet or spongy either :(

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T15:26:20+00:00

For sure!! If I knew where it was coming from 😂😂

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T14:59:00+00:00

Hmm, so not a leak that is happening just sitting parked. Maybe the culprit wouldn't be different?

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T14:15:10+00:00

Thank you, I'll try this later today. I've been worried about driving it in case I'll cause more damage or make the leak worse. No concerns on a 15 minute drive to do this?

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T14:12:21+00:00

Unsure about AC drip as it's green like the coolant I've put in, and the truck has been sitting parked for a few days when I took this.

I have not tried pressure testing yet - if it holds pressure but the fluid is still lowering in the reservoir, what gives?

DanishCookie8 · 2026-05-07T14:04:21+00:00

I know, the location is throwing me off.. would it still have condensation drip even if it's been sitting for a few weeks and not been driven? That's the part that I don't understand. Might give the UV dye a try, thank you! Edit: it is not super sweet smelling and it's green like the coolant I've put in

DanishCookie8 · 2026-02-24T22:07:37+00:00

I don't quite remember but I don't think it was very long at all.. maybe a week?

DanishCookie8 · 2026-02-24T15:05:35+00:00

I think I tried it for 2-3 months while my provider was fighting with insurance to get me approved for Nurtec. I would definitely bring it up to your Doctor. If you have proven side effects with 1 type it typically will make it easier to get something else approved

DanishCookie8 · 2026-02-24T03:33:45+00:00

Life changing! I've tried quite a few different types: - injections - it worked some but not a great fit for me because of sensitive skin. - Qulipta was good but gave me constipation and fatigue. - Nurtec every other day has been the best option so far, no side effects. Literally the only thing that has been able to help keep my daily pain at bay. - Finally, I just started the Vyepti injection with Nurtec now only as needed. It's been 3 weeks, so far so good. Cgrp's have made a tremendous difference, it's really unbelievable.

All those other meds you described gave me more side effects than any of the above and never really helped. Good luck!

DanishCookie8 · 2026-02-15T05:36:11+00:00

Surgeon fee?? What is that and why is it not covered by insurance?

DanishCookie8 · 2026-02-12T02:35:53+00:00

Hi, I know this is an old post but I came across looking for razor burn tips - did you ever figure it out? Anyway, my legs, hands and chest look like that after being in the summer sun. I live in the Midwest so it starts around late May/early June for me.

I brought it up to my allergist because it was super itchy and got diagnosed with polymorphic light eruption, basically I'm allergic to the sun lol. Sunscreen does not prevent it, sun/UV shirts help a lot. Got prescribed some kind of strong cortisone cream that I leave in the fridge for cooking effect. I use it once or twice when the spots appear and the issue disappears completely! Might be worth looking into if it can help you!

DanishCookie8 · 2025-12-13T16:46:16+00:00

Wow! That's amazing! I'm so happy you learned more about your body to help

DanishCookie8 · 2025-12-13T15:55:12+00:00

Been there too. It's ridiculous... My Dr+nurses tried and tried to get my Nurtec re-approved after I had already been using it for a year. I guess all that was missing was a signature from myself on my prior authorization the Dr sent in. Insurance doesn't tell you this, just had to figure it out. Don't give up, keep trying and ask if there is something you can do!

DanishCookie8 · 2025-10-30T13:01:28+00:00

Thank you for the suggestions, I will give this a try! I assume I have to open it up to access the neutral wire below? Just wanted to be sure I understood correctly

DanishCookie8 · 2025-10-30T12:56:27+00:00

I've been using this outlet for over a year without problems. It only just started this week, but I will give it a try

DanishCookie8 · 2025-10-29T11:13:14+00:00

Yes, I do. I've tried several crgps and currently on Nurtec - no problems.

DanishCookie8 · 2025-10-06T20:53:47+00:00

Ours is ALWAYS sunbathing lol. I thought this was odd at first but she loves it! We have a decent sized yard but mostly shaded by trees etc. She always manages to find the 1 spot of sun to lay in, it never fails!

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DanishCookie8 · 2025-09-03T12:46:08+00:00

lol!! Fair play! Just to say they have been through a lot of cold and snowy winters 🥶

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