stop leaks updated

alsey_seven · Post by **alsey_seven** » Wed Jun 03, 2009 5:17 pm

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.

Paul56 · Post by **Paul56** » Wed Jun 03, 2009 5:46 pm

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.

teklein · Post by **teklein** » Wed Jun 03, 2009 6:22 pm

I would agree with replacement.

The additives can clog coolant passages and lines, causing way more repair costs than a new rad!

Post by **racer12306** » Wed Jun 03, 2009 7:31 pm

black pepper

/problem

Paul56 · Post by **Paul56** » Wed Jun 03, 2009 7:41 pm

racer12306 wrote:black pepper

/problem

Freshly ground from a mill or pre-ground?

OB · Post by OB » Wed Jun 03, 2009 7:42 pm

Definitely replace it.

mastershake · Post by **mastershake** » Wed Jun 03, 2009 7:44 pm

DO NOT USE STOP LEAK. In the long run it will cause more problems then it solves.

alsey_seven · Post by **alsey_seven** » Thu Jun 04, 2009 1:28 am

tonight ordered online a new radiator for only $80.00 OTD. will be here on friday. its coming from Santa ana.

esfan · Post by **esfan** » Thu Jun 04, 2009 11:07 am

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...

Post by **Diablo0** » Thu Jun 04, 2009 12:03 pm

Post by **occasional demons** » Thu Jun 04, 2009 12:10 pm

Nothing like some silky smooth brown ones.

alsey_seven · Post by **alsey_seven** » Sat Jun 06, 2009 4:16 am

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?

Post by **occasional demons** » Sat Jun 06, 2009 6:57 am

At least you have a back up.

alsey_seven · Post by **alsey_seven** » Sat Jun 06, 2009 12:53 pm

ya thats always a good thing