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Old Apr 29, 2014 | 08:12 AM
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a couple of weaks ago i notice i was leaking fluid around the cap, so i went a bought a new cap. it is still doing it but not as bad. it is coming from where the cap tightens on the plastic. do i need to buy a new radiator or can i just buy that plastic piece.
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Old Apr 29, 2014 | 04:08 PM
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if the plastic is cracked you need to replace it, fortunately you can go to AdvanceAuto online and order one and likely pick it up in store, and if you add 1 more thing that cost atleast $3.01 use can use the promo code WD18 (expires 5-3-14) to knock 50 bucks off the price and be out the door for 75 bucks plus tax (more if the second item cost more the $3.01).
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thanks i will look into that
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Originally Posted by 1997transamws6
thanks i will look into that
If you can remove the radiator yourself.....usually a radiator shop will replace that entire plastic tank on that side for $30-$40........that's what it cost around here.

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