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Radiator repair

Discussion in 'Technical Chat' started by Capone, May 1, 2018.

  1. May 1, 2018 at 7:40 PM
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    Capone

    Capone [OP] Active Member

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    Can you repair a radiator,up to with fiberglass?
     
  2. May 2, 2018 at 12:32 AM
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    Wyoming09

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    I have used plastic weld as a emergency repair on the plastic tanks.

    It seems to crack in a few days .because the different materials expand and contract at different rates

    Maybe some one has a sure fire method .


    Might be time to consider new
     
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  3. May 2, 2018 at 10:39 AM
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    joeyv141

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    when radiators were entirely metal some places would fix small leaks by putting a bead of solder over the hole. now a days though since they are made from more then 1 material its not a common practice, radiators are not horribly expensive so I would just replace it for peace of mind. Denso would likely be OEM, Ive used NAPA uses before with no problems, if money is a concern you could try Pull-a-Part but your tacoma is older so it may be hard to find one at P-a-P.
     
  4. May 23, 2018 at 7:38 PM
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    Capone

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    Thanks for the help! Bought a new radiator
     

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