i put a hole in my raditor by removing the fan it is a small hole what can i do to repair it
2007-06-23 02:31:00 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous in Cars & Transportation ➔ Maintenance & Repairs
If you just bent the metal fins on your radiator, don't worry about it. If water is actually leaking, then you do have a problem. Most modern radiators are made from aluminum and plastic, therefore repair is usually not practical. Replacement is the only way to permanently fix the leak. A new radiatior is relatively inexpensive at a discount auto parts supplier (~$200), but it is fairly difficult to replace on a Taurus.
2007-06-23 03:26:40 · answer #1 · answered by Vaughn C 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Mark the hole with a felt pen. Remove the radiator & solder. Spray area with soapy water & pressure test.[DO NOT exceed15 PSI]
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PS Avoid using other remedies such as Bars-Leak
2007-06-23 02:40:48 · answer #2 · answered by Mr. T 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You didn't say which part of the radiator you damaged. If in the plastic part, only a plastic weld type repair may be performed. If in the metal part, it can be soldered.
2007-06-23 03:30:18 · answer #3 · answered by Ron B 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't have the equipment or don't feel comfortable soldering it, take it to a radiator shop. They will fix it, test it and guarantee it.
2007-06-23 02:55:57 · answer #4 · answered by Hondu 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stop-Leak - available at auto parts stores.
2007-06-23 02:36:18 · answer #5 · answered by dokon@sbcglobal.net 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋