How is the best way to fix a radiator that is leaking?

Question

I have a radiator which is leaking pretty bad we have already tried plumbers tape please help.

Answer 1

I would recommend a 2-part epoxy stick around the outside of the radiator and a bottle of Bars-Leaks to take care of any of the smaller leaks that may occur around the epoxy repair.
You can get these at any auto parts store or Wal/Mart
PS Be sure to wire brush or clean around the leaking area as good as poss-able then use acetone or a oil free solvent to remove any oil residues. GOOD LUCK

Answer 2

You don't say leaking from where.
If it is at a joint, replace the pipe.
If it is at a union, replace the union.
If it is at the valve, you may need to replace the packing or the valve.
If it is the radiator itself, it may need to be replaced.

Answer 3

where is it leaking from? if it's leaking from the steam fitting, get a new fitting, if it's the valve shut it off downstairs, & change the valve. P.S. be specific when buying heating parts, Ma-N-Pa hardware stores are better when you have questions.

Answer 4

this will sound weird but try it, put a raw egg in it, the heat will cook the egg and when the water comes out the cooked egg will clog the hole, This is only a temporary fix, but it will buy you some time.

Answer 5

Where's it leaking?
A seam?
At fitting?
At bleeder?
On pipes?

Answer 6

A hand full of black pepper in the rad i have seen this last for a long long time good luck.

Answer 7

is it a car or home heat radiator. could make a difference on suggestion!!

Answer 8

where'd ya put the tape? crack a raw egg and put in the contents also shake in some black pepper there are also remedies sold at wal-mart or autozone type stores

Answer 9

did you bleed it properly or is it broken pipe? If it's bad call your landlord' if you are the landlord. well fix it! call a plumber or your heating Co.

How about replacing it

Answer 10

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