Conference vmsnet::car$note:carbuffs

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    My '82  Celebrity 4 cyl 2.5L has something I've noticed recently: there
    is a small panel on the engine block right above the timing chain
    cover.  It is held onto the block by 4 bolts, and, based on
    illustrations in my manuals, apparently covers a circular passage into
    the block.
    
    Every so often, it weeps a little antifreeze.
    
    I can find no reference to the appropriate servicing/sealing of this
    panel.  Do I gather it covers the end of a coolant passage in the
    block?  How would I then attempt to seal it?  I assume I'd have to
    remove the panel (dumping some antifreeze), put some type sealant
    substance on the edges, replace the panel and retorque the bolts.
    
    What type of sealant would be appropriate?  Are there any "gotchas"
    that I should be aware of for this?
    
    -- Russ

    I have an 87 wagon with a 2.8 that has a reoccuring ignition problem.  
    It started missing on #2 then #5 started missing.  I troubleshot the
    problem down to a bad Ignition control unit (or whatever that thing
    under the coils is called) when this occured last November.  But it has
    started again on the same 2 cylinders.  I was just curious if there is
    a known problem with these units.  Otherwise I'll assume that the coil
    for 2 & 5 may be "eating" the control module.
    
    Thanks,
    Frank M.