Radiator leak
#1
Radiator leak
My radiator has cracked a couple inches below the radiator cap, on the radiator tank. I see that the tanks can be replaced for about 1/2 the cost of a new radiator? Should I just have a shop do the tanks, or buy a new radiator and do it myself?
I'd like to save the money if the tanks are cheaper because I still have to replace my steering rack, but if its not worth just fixing the tank, Ill have to delay the steering rack replacement.
I'd like to save the money if the tanks are cheaper because I still have to replace my steering rack, but if its not worth just fixing the tank, Ill have to delay the steering rack replacement.
#2
well I went ahead and bought a new radiator from OReilly's Autoparts. Part # 432399. It was 99% similar, the only difference I noticed was the original radiator had a support for the A/C condenser line @ the bottom, this new one didn't, I dont think this will be a problem as the line is hard to move by itself anyway. I replaced the radiator myself for the experience, the condenser was hard too unhook from the tabs on the radiator, but now that i know how to do it, if I ever have to replace the radiator again it'll be a much faster job
#3
were the fins on the old radiator pretty beat up and gouged? i wonder how much that affects its ability to cool the coolant in summer. i almost want to replace the radiator on my ride just to have a fresh set of straight fins
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