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stop leaks updated
Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2009 5:17 pm
by alsey_seven
ok so i'm getting the car ready for the tow truck and i noticed this shit.
ok yes i can buy a new radiator. or is the leak small enough i can buy some stop leak sealent.
Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2009 5:46 pm
by Paul56
That would be a patch fix... if it worked.
As well, it might plug up the passages in the heater core.
I picked up a new Koyo replacement rad for $240 CDN last month.
Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2009 6:22 pm
by teklein
I would agree with replacement.
The additives can clog coolant passages and lines, causing way more repair costs than a new rad!
Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2009 7:31 pm
by racer12306
black pepper
/problem
Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2009 7:41 pm
by Paul56
racer12306 wrote:black pepper
/problem
Freshly ground from a mill or pre-ground?
Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2009 7:42 pm
by OB
Definitely replace it.
Posted: Wed Jun 03, 2009 7:44 pm
by mastershake
DO NOT USE STOP LEAK. In the long run it will cause more problems then it solves.
Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 1:28 am
by alsey_seven
tonight ordered online a new radiator for only $80.00 OTD. will be here on friday. its coming from Santa ana.
Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 11:07 am
by esfan
good deal. santa ana to SD will be fast.
yeah replace it will be a good idea. i used to have the old radiator leaking due to the rust... and i replace it since i'm scared by the greenwater all over the place...
Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 12:03 pm
by Diablo0
Posted: Thu Jun 04, 2009 12:10 pm
by occasional demons
Nothing like some silky smooth brown ones.
Posted: Sat Jun 06, 2009 4:16 am
by alsey_seven
Update... the Radiator stoped leaking. drove it 120 miles today and no signs of any leaks....
maybe the leaking was due to the fact car was sitting still for 2 weeks?
Posted: Sat Jun 06, 2009 6:57 am
by occasional demons
At least you have a back up.
Posted: Sat Jun 06, 2009 12:53 pm
by alsey_seven
ya thats always a good thing
