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Old Feb 8, 2003 | 05:09 PM
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Radiator help please...

My radiator cracked this weekend. The pastic part under the radiator cap is the part that actually cracked. Will the whole radiator need replaced, or can the plastic side be replaced? Anyone have the same problem or any tips on how to change it?
Old Feb 8, 2003 | 06:10 PM
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Each side tank can be replaced.. a radiator shop can do it...
Old Feb 8, 2003 | 07:01 PM
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Radiator.

Be aware that you can get a whole new radiator for ~ $200 wholesale. So weigh that against what you might spend on repair.

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Old Feb 8, 2003 | 09:26 PM
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on that diagram it is the part numbered 7 that cracked. a few inches down from the cap.
Old Feb 8, 2003 | 09:30 PM
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The tanks are plastic and can be repaired or replaced.
Old Feb 8, 2003 | 09:32 PM
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Id take shoeboxes advice, hes a smart guy
Old Feb 8, 2003 | 09:34 PM
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Thank you guys for your time.

BTW, anyone have the plastic tank replaced/repaired before? how much?

anyhow, thanks again for all your help!
Old Feb 8, 2003 | 09:37 PM
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it happened to me....i got a new one with a lifetime warranty for $170...so i'll get a new one if i were you
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