ScoobyForLife27

iTrader: (14)

Hi Guys.

About 10mm crack on the neck (brass) of header tank.
Any chance to fix it by using some glue such as epoxy etc. or welding is my only option ?

Thank You

The Rig

iTrader: (13)

The amount of pressure and temp id say weld is the only realy safe option, epoxy etc have a max temp usually of like 100, i wouldnt want to risk a leak really with epoxy

tubbytommy

iTrader: (20)

it may be ok as a quick fix but as the system is under pressure its not ideal and may fail at any time.
a second hand header tank isnt very expensive and surely the best option

ScoobyForLife27

iTrader: (14)

Thanks guys.
I knew that welding is the best bet but had I little hope that there is...
Never mind, will take it off and find a place that could repair it for me locally.

Ps. This is my new (second hand) header tank I've just bought :-(
Didn't check properly on collection and discovered this while fitting. Seller said that will refund me the amount spent on repair.
How un lucky was this ??!!
Needed a header tank ASAP to have a car running on Monday, travelled 35 miles each way and finally have no use from it because of this...
AAAARRRGGGGHHHH !!!!

ade_sti

iTrader: (2)

Send it back to seller for full refund and get another one. That is what I would do.

ScoobyForLife27

iTrader: (14)

I can't really :-(
I need the car today so if I'll send it back, that would take at least 2 days.

Chris Bonnar

Braising would be the only and best option , bit of good luck getting a refund though, lesson learnt i suppose check thoroughly before buying.

chopperman

+1 .I would Braise it or replace it

johned

Just had the same problem and ended up putting a new top on the tank.

tubbytommy

iTrader: (20)

Id fit an alloy one from a newage car.
You can pick them up cheap second hand and they wont split

ScoobyForLife27

iTrader: (14)

Sorted :-)
My local Radiator company fit the new top saying that crack was too big to be welded/soldered. It cost me £30 which I've informed the seller about. He replied saying that's OK and give me a call tomorrow due to being busy ATM. We will see. Hopefully I'll get £30 back.