I have a 96 Saturn. The radiator is leaking and I was wondering what the average cost to fix it would be? And, someone told me that they were watching Mythbusters and they had a "temporary fix" on the show. They said it was a common household product but couldnt remember exactly what. Does anybody know?
2007-01-09 01:36:40 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
The common household product they used in Mythbusters was a raw egg. They just broke it open and poured it into the top of the radiator. Surprisingly, it did work, but it is only a temporary fix. Sorry, I tried to look up exactly what episode that was and couldn't find it. As for fixing you radiator, others have given excellent ideas. Hope this helps.
2007-01-10 04:12:41 · answer #1 · answered by Lisabeth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't know. but it's best to just get your radiator replaced and not fool with 'might works'. T
he average time to change out a radiator is about 2 hours. or $150 in labor. You can figure on about $350 for the radiator if your mechanic purchases it.
You can save yourself some money by purchasing your radiator at www.radiators.com. I bought one from them 2 years ago for my 96 Honda Accord. It was $95 + shipping. It would have been about $250 from an auto parts store.
Hope this info helps.
2007-01-09 01:44:02 · answer #2 · answered by Lemar J 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
After, heavily inspect the hose, and ensure that it is not the hose it really is leaking, then proceed to the sticking out (pipelike) stub from the radiator. That stub is 'soldered' to the radiator housing. With age, or a good slam, very minor cracks can take position. you are able to re-solder utilising a 'propane torch(after reducing the point of the coolant), or use J/B weld compound. inspect the stub, to work out if it corroding via, or have a difficult outer floor, which avert the clamped hose from completely seal-over. reckoning on the age of the vehicle, and time yet ' to keep operating', you are able to pick to operate a "radiator sealer compound" which will supply up small leaks,,,,,,its pennies vs money for a sparkling rad.
2016-12-28 12:40:59 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I dont advise using the temporary houshold common fix unless the car is on its last leg and you are just trying to get a few more miles out of it. Getting the radiator fixed will probably be around $200 by the time you are done. If you are a do it your selfer you might be able to pickup a new one and put it in your self. I got a brand new one on Ebay for $89 for my Camaro.
2007-01-09 01:58:37 · answer #4 · answered by Aviator1013 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
IF YOU KNOW WHERE IT IS LEAKING. THERE IS A RADIATOR REPAIR GOOP THAT YOU CAN BUY AT A AUTO STORE FOR UNDER 5 DOLLARS. I USED IT STILL HOLDING GOOD FOR ABOUT 8 MONTHS NOW.
2007-01-12 12:34:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
don't use the pepper, it'll make your car smell funny for a few months
2007-01-09 01:47:33 · answer #6 · answered by Jason B 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
replace it ,used would be the cheapest
2007-01-09 01:40:20 · answer #7 · answered by vincent c 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Half can of black pepper.
2007-01-09 01:40:19 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋