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Old Sep 22, 2012 | 03:55 PM
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Here is a pic of where coolant is leaking out of my radiator. Is there any way to fix this without a new radiator?
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Old Sep 22, 2012 | 04:04 PM
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Nothing permanent that I know of, but if its already out best bet is just replace it.
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Old Sep 22, 2012 | 04:05 PM
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Didn't see the pic good, either way only sure fix is replacement
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Old Sep 22, 2012 | 05:11 PM
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Don't even think about trying to repair it. Radiators are generally replaced, unless it is a newer one with an easily identified repair area like a rock damaging it or something on that order.

$100-$200 will set you up depending on if you want an OEM style, all metal, 2 row, 3 row, etc....there are a few options.

There is no better money spent than that spent on the cooling system.

Good luck!

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Old Sep 22, 2012 | 05:35 PM
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chances are good that this is the first of many leaks.
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Old Sep 22, 2012 | 05:41 PM
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It would probably be cheaper to replace then try to repair.
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Old Sep 22, 2012 | 06:29 PM
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I got a 2 row radiator delivered for 67.00 bucks off ebay. Compared to my 200,000 mile single row it was a real improvement. Can't beat it for that kind of money.
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Old Sep 22, 2012 | 07:08 PM
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Can't fix that, can't, sorry just can't.
Modern rad constructions are one time use, then replace.
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