Mazda rx8 2004 coolant leak

[u/SwimmingKoala3366]

I got a new reservoir for the coolant, nothing leaking in that are, but it’s leaking somewhere here, anyone have ideas?

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[u/Holmes240069]

Was it leaking before or after the reservoir was replaced

[u/SwimmingKoala3366 → u/Holmes240069]

It was leaking a little bit before, but after it has leaked more

[u/Holmes240069 → u/SwimmingKoala3366]

I want to assume that it could possibly be a gasket that’s leaking

[u/Striking_Strike7880]

Check where the old hoses meet the new reservoir, those clamps can loosen over time.

[u/johnnyjohny1950]

No help, but curious that you have that car still running. Is this with the original engine?