KV6 coolant in the V.
Well a long story looks as though may be nearing the end at last.
Hyrolock -yes. engine not turning over ended up having both heads skimmed, block appeared in order, replaced loads of parts relating to top end. engine started up again with no problem. Ran for a few days - approximately 50 miles then noticed wait for it -- coolant in the V. It was pressure tested which failed to produce any leaks ? Started again with the V dried out again and over approx' 300 miles shows sings of coolant in the V again but thank heavens no significant loss of coolant.Thought back to what Simon had impressed upon me after replacing the straight / curved pipes / "O" rings then to have the serrated clips fitted each end of the straight pipe mated up tight to the thermostat at one end and the water pump housing at the opposite end and pulled up tight , sadly it looks as though these clips were not fitted ! now I have a leak which manifests its self in the "V" again. Have to solve the matter though -
So other than that the car has not lost much coolant over the miles and all appears fine.
Will once again keep you posted.
Thanks again for all the interest and advice.
Cheers Rick'
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