1975 Dodge 360 V8

BoJoKo · Feb 4, 2016

new member, so not sure where to post this question.
I have a 75 Dodge 360 V8. It has been sitting for a couple months. When I started it up coolant started spraying from water pump bolt that holds the alternator bracket. I have searched to find an answer but can't find anything.
Pump is working and no leaks anywhere else. Help.

usaf2006 · Feb 4, 2016

Engine & Performance - DODGE RAM FORUM - Dodge Truck Forums

Try this forum, it's the 1st Gen Ram engine & performance section.

Good luck!

Jimmy68 · Feb 4, 2016

BoJoKo said:
new member, so not sure where to post this question.
I have a 75 Dodge 360 V8. It has been sitting for a couple months. When I started it up coolant started spraying from water pump bolt that holds the alternator bracket. I have searched to find an answer but can't find anything.
Pump is working and no leaks anywhere else. Help.

Bolt is probably near rusted away. Carefully remove it. Best if you can tap the threads clean in the hole. Install a new bolt with thread sealant.
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Rustycowl69 · Feb 4, 2016

I agree with last poster. I use Permagasket , I forget what #. It comes in a stubby white plastic bottle with a brush under the cap. The stuff is a thick brown /black liquid, and a little messy, but it works good especially in the situation you described.

BoJoKo · Feb 6, 2016

Thanks for the responses. The bolt is in good shape. I tried thread sealer, no good. Will try the permagasket.

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