 Radiator, Quick Question |
 Apr 11, 2009 - 12:17 PM
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My radiator leaks at the very top from worn stress cracks (very tiny amount) so I ordered a new one. Here's the question. If I loosen the cap just one click, will that drop the pressure a bit so I can run the car without leaking and also without spraying coolant everywhere or is this a stupid question?
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Apr 11, 2009 - 1:23 PM
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 Enthusiast Joined Jul 24, '08 From Canoga Park CA. Currently Offline Reputation: 0 (0%) |
[quote name='6G96GT' date='Apr 11, 2009 - 1:17 PM' post='767494']
My radiator leaks at the very top from worn stress cracks (very tiny amount) so I ordered a new one. Here's the question. If I loosen the cap just one click, will that drop the pressure a bit so I can run the car without leaking and also without spraying coolant everywhere or is this a stupid question? [/quote You need to park the car until you get a new radiator. Do not ever loosen the cap. What will happen is when you rev the engine the water will spill out or squirt all over. I just replaced mine it was easy. Just make sure you get it in the little circles down at the bottom. That radiator has a chance to explode in that condition. Mine was just seeping right thru and I was lucky I made it home. Sorry for the bad news. |
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6G96GT Radiator Apr 11, 2009 - 12:17 PM
Spider77 Yeah, you pretty much need a new rad if its leakin... Apr 11, 2009 - 1:48 PM Bitter DO NOT USE ANY STOPLEAK PRODUCTS, YOU'LL HAVE ... Apr 11, 2009 - 3:23 PM Spider77 Just incase there might be any confusion. The pro... Apr 11, 2009 - 5:01 PM Ryouxrs X3!!! Apr 11, 2009 - 7:36 PM 6G96GT Alright, so yesterday my brother and I replaced my... Apr 13, 2009 - 2:40 PM Bitter auto rad is fine, its actually beefier and can dum... Apr 13, 2009 - 7:11 PM
6G96GT will do, thanks Apr 14, 2009 - 8:45 PM |
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