how can i repair a pin sive hole on a aluminum pipe that goes to my cooling system on my car?

Question

i dont want to replace the whole line cause that could cost alot of money that i dont have a simple but effective treatment is what im looking for thatnk you for your time

Answer 1

lets talk about the cause here its caused by the antifreeze eating it the ph is wrong the system needs to be flushed and refilled to prevent more etching or a bad ground can cause it

they sell an aluminin silder to wield it but this is a short temp fix as is the other sugestions (i like the epoxy idea myself) they wont last long thain it will be worse and you may blow up the moter best to replace the part or cut it shorter and splice a hose in if possible drain and refill antifreeze with new

Answer 2

If the hole is pin-hole size, it is a clue that the rest of the pipe is badly corroded. If you push on it in this area it will probably collapse. If not, then you could drill out the hole to a convenient size (6 mm or 1/4 inch) thread it with a tap and cap it with a bolt, preferably aluminum.

Answer 3

Use some epoxy glue. Let the glue dry overnight before running the car. I used it on a radiator crack once and it outlived the car.

Answer 4

The smart thing, and least expensive in the long run, to do would be to replace the pipe. Otherwise, duct tape.

Answer 5

you will have to replace the whole thing it is under a lot of pressure and there is no quick easy fix sorry

Answer 6

replacment,,go to a boneyard,and save

Answer 7

put dab of silicone on a machine screw...or put small tire patch with screw clamp...clamp worked for me.