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Phred · 06-18-2013, 05:49 AM

I was helping a new Model A enthusiast check out a Tudor that is for sale. When we came back from a 2 -3 mile test drive, foam was coming out the radiator overflow. Removed radiator cap to see LOTS of foam.

Mid 1980's restoration with only 500 (approx) miles since. Don't know level of coolant in radiator before test drive (seller said he had not added water in "a couple years" and did not know what type of antifreeze was used.). No temp gauge or motometer to tell temperature. Oil dipstick did not show milky or frothy oil, nor did breather tube.

What might be causing this? Is this a serious concern for a buyer that wants to buy a ready to drive car?

Thanks in advance. Peace

06-18-2013, 05:49 AM	#1
Phred Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: IL Posts: 303	Foaming Antifreeze I was helping a new Model A enthusiast check out a Tudor that is for sale. When we came back from a 2 -3 mile test drive, foam was coming out the radiator overflow. Removed radiator cap to see LOTS of foam. Mid 1980's restoration with only 500 (approx) miles since. Don't know level of coolant in radiator before test drive (seller said he had not added water in "a couple years" and did not know what type of antifreeze was used.). No temp gauge or motometer to tell temperature. Oil dipstick did not show milky or frothy oil, nor did breather tube. What might be causing this? Is this a serious concern for a buyer that wants to buy a ready to drive car? Thanks in advance. Peace