A lot of times coolant leaks when pressurized only, so harder to spot if the engine is not running, or even idling. As Scott said, a crusty residue helps locate any leaks. If I'm having a hard time finding a leak, I use a bike pump, a large rubber bottle cap that I drilled a hole in the middle for the pump, and that way pressurize the system at the expansion tank. Only a few PSI's are enough. It helps to have another person looking for leaks while you pump the air and hold the plug. This way you can work around the engine while cold, so you won't burn your hands trying to locate the leaks.