Re: radiator

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2013/3/21 11:46:57

How to approach it depends in part on where the leaks are, in the tank seams? In the core? Both?

In general radiator stop leak solutions like Indian Head, which I've had good luck with are at best stopgap measures best left to use as an emergency fix on the road. There is also the risk they will also inhibit flow thru the core and if you have a borderline overheating problem they may well make it worse. And they are hardly a permanent fix. For leaks at the tank seams they can be soldered, sometimes in the car depending on location, but best done by removing the radiator. At that point or if the leak is in the core, you're better advised to take the radiator to a good radiator shop, have it cleaned and tested, and repaired as long as the core is decent. If not, be prepared for $400 or more for a new core.