Coolant drip

[geza]

I have searched all (I think) coolant subjects on this forum - maybe this is unique:

The main large diameter coolant hose that connects to the bottom rear of the driver's side of the engine, exhibits a 1 drop per month leak. No big deal.

I have two stainless hose clamps on it - after removing the original spring clip thinking this update would solve the problem - but it hasn't.

It appears to me - and I have checked all points above the connection to make sure nothing is leaking from above - that I might have a porous casting issue with the cast hose housing, or maybe the hose can't seal around the casting because of any remaining "flashing" left on the casting - thus letting a tiny amount of fluid past.

Bottom line: How much coolant will I get coming out of the bottom of the engine if I remove this hose - and if I do remove it and refill the coolant via the expansion tank, will it be nigh on impossible to purge the air out of the system.

It is an 04 40th 996 - so it is under warranty - just wanted to know if this is relatively simple, or should I just take it to the dealer.......

Comments and suggestions appreciated.

[Loren]

If that hose goes in a big way you will lose it all. A one year old car is way to early for hose issues unless it was defective from the factory or damaged somehow. Since you are still under warranty just let them fix it.