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radiator leaking.. need help!!!!

Old Sep 25, 2011 | 08:40 PM
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I have a 97 cherokee xj, and my radiator is leaking. i watched it while i had it running. and it is leaking from the radiator petcock drain valve. it not a lot but about every 2 to 3 weeeks my radiator resevior empties.. its just a small leak, but i want to figure out a easy way to fix the problem. was wondering if it can be fixed or would i have to replace the entire radiator.. any help would be great
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 08:50 PM
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Replace the radiator. It's easy, fun, and allows you to go out and get a six pack. You can't work on a car with out beer!
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 09:08 PM
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where can i find a good radiator and around how much are they?? or should i go to the local auto part store
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 09:16 PM
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You can replace the pet **** for a few dollars. You can get it at a radiator shop
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 09:35 PM
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Originally Posted by 4.3L XJ
You can replace the pet **** for a few dollars. You can get it at a radiator shop
Getting to it is another matter.
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 09:50 PM
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thanks for letting me know i can get it for a few dollars!! i will look into it tomorrow.. and is it hard to replace and getting to it? any links or pictures of how to do it
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