Tried using JB Weld, worked for while but started to leak again from same crack.
2006-10-06 16:26:10 · 9 answers · asked by wally 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Other - Cars & Transportation
There are all sorts of products out there that will supposedly fix a radiator leak. Unfortunately, if it's a plastic radiator, these are temporary fixes which will eventually fail. This is usually because of a bonding problem (JB Weld doesn't really like plastic). I've owned three cars with plastic radiators (2 Mazdas and a Pontiac), and all three of them needed a new radiator within 5 or 6 years. Unfortunately, manufacturers use them because they're cheaper. Fortunately, a good repair shop will be able to locate a metal aftermarket radiator.
2006-10-06 16:38:49 · answer #1 · answered by The One True Chris 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a 2000 neon. I had the same problem. Tried JB Weld and took it to a radiator shop to repair it. It started leaking again a week later. Just had to replace the radiator. About $600 with labor. I think parts were about $500.
2006-10-06 16:42:28 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a hairline crack in a plastic radiator in a Maxima. I used PVC cement from Lowes. It was still holding three months later when I parked it for other reasons. Put it on cold and leave it overnight.
2006-10-06 16:44:12 · answer #3 · answered by tony 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try "welding it" with an electric soldering iron. And, there is a product i have seen that can be used for the repair.
Ask at a radiator shop-maybe they can do it to save you money.
If all else fails--spring for a new radiator!
2006-10-06 16:31:23 · answer #4 · answered by James H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Likely any fix will be temporary, you may want to try ebay for some good deals on replacement parts.
2006-10-06 16:34:12 · answer #5 · answered by mr.answerman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cant be fixed, only patched and thats the end of it.
Buy a new one or take your chances and get one out of a wrecking yard.
2006-10-06 16:41:06 · answer #6 · answered by cwxmas 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes -buy a product called-KNEAD IT -it is great hardens like steel in 30 minutes -can be drilled and tapped-every motorist should carry it-costs $14 in australia-lasts forever
it's a putty like substance-most garages-auto shops carry it
2006-10-06 16:53:59 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
try Belzona . they have a wide variety of products(1110, 1111etc) and is considered best in this field(and costly). i have used them extensively in marine application and had excellent results.
2006-10-06 16:34:05 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can use what ever crap you want on it. nothing is going to work. your just going to have to spend the money to get it replaced.
2006-10-06 16:28:17 · answer #9 · answered by mustang656 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋