Cracked Radiator
Cracked Radiator Ok i found out i was leaking coolant but had no clue where, popped the hood had my brother hit the gas, sure enough coolant starts shooting out of a 2 1/2 inch crack in the front of the radiator right below the cap. Any ideas on where to get a new radiator fast, and is it hard to replace? Need to know ASAP thanks!
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No, it is not hard to replace.
I would try the local autoparts store, radiator repair shop, or if you have time to wait some sponsors here stock them (aftermarket ones) --->
Peace,
Craig.
No, it is not hard to replace.
I would try the local autoparts store, radiator repair shop, or if you have time to wait some sponsors here stock them (aftermarket ones) --->
Peace,
Craig.
I live in arizona, im heading up north for the weekend in a different vehicle but will need to drive it 40 miles round trip to work on monday, is there a temporary fix like stop leak or crack seal that will hold me over for a week? I drove it last night because i didnt find the leak at home, and the temp stayed normal and coolant level was alright. what do you think
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Originally Posted by ReD95LT1
I live in arizona, im heading up north for the weekend in a different vehicle but will need to drive it 40 miles round trip to work on monday, is there a temporary fix like stop leak or crack seal that will hold me over for a week? I drove it last night because i didnt find the leak at home, and the temp stayed normal and coolant level was alright. what do you think
I'd say cancel your trip and fix your car. Unless you can get a ride to work, because I myself don't trust stop leak or what not because I don't need it to clog up anything else.
Call the autoparts store now and see what they have to offer. Probably no radiator shop open today, plus the turn around time would be a while.
Peace,
Craig.
