I am losing water from my daughters Polo 1.6 AEE engine 1997 model, 68000 miles. I can see the water which appears to be coming out of the RH front of the engine between the head gasket and the block and running down the front of the engine. The thermostat housing looks ok and there I am sure its is not that as I can see the water seeping out between head and block, even when the engine is cold. I used a pressure tester to confirm my findings.

Is this just a case of a head gasket change or is there something more sinister.

Also as the leak is not affecting the combustion chamber or oil ways, would a rad sealer help in the short term.


Thanks