Replacement radiator now broken
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Replacement radiator now broken
Hi all,
Been a while for me since I've been on here.
Two years and one month ago, I replaced my radiator with an OEM one from eBay that cost £55ish, with two year warranty. I've done maybe 4000 miles since then.
I took a trip to get some petrol and noticed a leak. When I got home, had a look and it seems to be coming from the bottom of the new radiator. Because it was new, I've tried some k-seal (or whatever it's called) but had no effect.
Seems apparent I'm going to need to replace again, I'll get an aluminium one this time, but why on earth has it gone? Would that indicate that my engine is not standard? I was looking at upgrading air filter and getting remap done but this has kind of thrown that plan out the window. I'd love to get her in to a specialist for a once over, but until my business picks up I'm kind of stuck, and I really don't want to have to let her go.
So before I start hunting for an upgraded radiator, I thought I'd see if anyone could shed some light on the situation for me
Been a while for me since I've been on here.
Two years and one month ago, I replaced my radiator with an OEM one from eBay that cost £55ish, with two year warranty. I've done maybe 4000 miles since then.
I took a trip to get some petrol and noticed a leak. When I got home, had a look and it seems to be coming from the bottom of the new radiator. Because it was new, I've tried some k-seal (or whatever it's called) but had no effect.
Seems apparent I'm going to need to replace again, I'll get an aluminium one this time, but why on earth has it gone? Would that indicate that my engine is not standard? I was looking at upgrading air filter and getting remap done but this has kind of thrown that plan out the window. I'd love to get her in to a specialist for a once over, but until my business picks up I'm kind of stuck, and I really don't want to have to let her go.
So before I start hunting for an upgraded radiator, I thought I'd see if anyone could shed some light on the situation for me
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Hi all,
Been a while for me since I've been on here.
Two years and one month ago, I replaced my radiator with an OEM one from eBay that cost £55ish, with two year warranty. I've done maybe 4000 miles since then.
I took a trip to get some petrol and noticed a leak. When I got home, had a look and it seems to be coming from the bottom of the new radiator. Because it was new, I've tried some k-seal (or whatever it's called) but had no effect.
Seems apparent I'm going to need to replace again, I'll get an aluminium one this time, but why on earth has it gone? Would that indicate that my engine is not standard? I was looking at upgrading air filter and getting remap done but this has kind of thrown that plan out the window. I'd love to get her in to a specialist for a once over, but until my business picks up I'm kind of stuck, and I really don't want to have to let her go.
So before I start hunting for an upgraded radiator, I thought I'd see if anyone could shed some light on the situation for me
Been a while for me since I've been on here.
Two years and one month ago, I replaced my radiator with an OEM one from eBay that cost £55ish, with two year warranty. I've done maybe 4000 miles since then.
I took a trip to get some petrol and noticed a leak. When I got home, had a look and it seems to be coming from the bottom of the new radiator. Because it was new, I've tried some k-seal (or whatever it's called) but had no effect.
Seems apparent I'm going to need to replace again, I'll get an aluminium one this time, but why on earth has it gone? Would that indicate that my engine is not standard? I was looking at upgrading air filter and getting remap done but this has kind of thrown that plan out the window. I'd love to get her in to a specialist for a once over, but until my business picks up I'm kind of stuck, and I really don't want to have to let her go.
So before I start hunting for an upgraded radiator, I thought I'd see if anyone could shed some light on the situation for me
Does the car have anti freeze in ?
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Yeah, has antifreeze. Leak appears to be at the bottom of the new rad, where the aluminium is crimped onto the plastic.
I know the sealants aren't the best, but considering I can't afford to replace radiator again, i thought it was worth a shot
I know the sealants aren't the best, but considering I can't afford to replace radiator again, i thought it was worth a shot
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Worst thing you could have done,could be costly,flush that cr@p out asap.
Can you see the water coming from the rad? You sure it's not just a hose?
If it is the rad and money is tight,might be worth trying to source a 2nd hand one cheap. Saying that a new one isn't expensive and very easy to fit yourself.
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Well Ive already replaced rad before, clear I need an ally one. Hoped some sealant would get me through the winter. I'll flush the system before I fit new rad.
I can see seeping coming from the front of the rad, all hoses look fine, but can't quite see the bottom/back of rad without lifting car.
I'd like to know WHY first before I do anything, not looking to have to buy a rad every 4k
I can see seeping coming from the front of the rad, all hoses look fine, but can't quite see the bottom/back of rad without lifting car.
I'd like to know WHY first before I do anything, not looking to have to buy a rad every 4k
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I've never heard of a sniff test. Just done a little Google, looks like a very cool piece of kit, so I'll see if anyone I know has one I can borrow.
Seems sensible to check that first before looking for a new rad, especially if it means an engine rebuild :/ sounds very expensive
Seems sensible to check that first before looking for a new rad, especially if it means an engine rebuild :/ sounds very expensive
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To be honest I don't think its worth repairing.
I'll go down the aluminium rad route when finance allows, although more than likely a used one
I'll go down the aluminium rad route when finance allows, although more than likely a used one
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I can't post in the "wanted" section, but I am looking for a replacement aluminium radiator now. I don't mind if it is a used one as long as it's on good condition.
If you have one for sale or know someone who does, please let me know
If you have one for sale or know someone who does, please let me know
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Mine sprung a leak yest got tolook into where its coming from but think its the rad. Looking at this. Any good? Also any suggestions on what coolant to use?
http://www.eurocarparts.com/mobile/e...38305a4&000261
http://www.eurocarparts.com/mobile/e...38305a4&000261
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