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| Author: | shlonga86 [ Tue Oct 09, 2012 9:43 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Leaking Radiator: Replace? Repair? |
Hi all, I have a leaky radiator and I'm looking for recommendations. Would you get a radiator repaired? Or would you simply replace it? Brand new or "reconditioned" 2nd hand? I'm leaning towards getting it repaired because I own a god damned coily and finding a replacement radiator could be difficult (and expensive). Either that or "forcefully" install a leafy radiator (which I've been told can be done) Thoughts? |
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| Author: | Lockie666 [ Wed Oct 10, 2012 1:51 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Leaking Radiator: Replace? Repair? |
How bad the damage to the radiator would indicate whether or not it's worth fixing now wouldn't it? |
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| Author: | TZAR [ Wed Oct 10, 2012 3:50 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Leaking Radiator: Replace? Repair? |
http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Suzuki-Sierr ... 27bf59a132 http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/SUZUKI-SIERR ... 4aa4c63e89 |
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| Author: | Reubs [ Wed Oct 10, 2012 8:28 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Leaking Radiator: Replace? Repair? |
shlonga86 wrote: Either that or "forcefully" install a leafy radiator (which I've been told can be done) IMO don't bother with repairing a leaky one. Replace it with a new one and enjoy the reliability you will have for the next 5 years. Tried all the Brisbane-based Suzuki shops? Also, I have a leafy radiator in one of my coilies and it doesn't take too much effort to fit... |
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| Author: | shlonga86 [ Wed Oct 10, 2012 8:52 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Leaking Radiator: Replace? Repair? |
Lockie666 wrote: How bad the damage to the radiator would indicate whether or not it's worth fixing now wouldn't it? Fair Point haha TZAR wrote: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Suzuki-Sierra-81-98-1-3L-Fenix-Radiator-/170714046770?pt=AU_Car_Parts_Accessories&hash=item27bf59a132 http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/SUZUKI-SIERR ... 4aa4c63e89 Cheers TZAR Reubs wrote: shlonga86 wrote: Either that or "forcefully" install a leafy radiator (which I've been told can be done) IMO don't bother with repairing a leaky one. Replace it with a new one and enjoy the reliability you will have for the next 5 years. Tried all the Brisbane-based Suzuki shops? Also, I have a leafy radiator in one of my coilies and it doesn't take too much effort to fit... I havent yet. I'll ring around today. I was going to have a chat to you last night Reubs, but I couldnt stick around. |
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| Author: | Hybrid [ Wed Oct 10, 2012 12:58 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Leaking Radiator: Replace? Repair? |
Wheres the leak? I soldered/brazed the seam on mine with a supercheap torch and solder. Lasted for years until I upgraded. |
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| Author: | want33s [ Wed Oct 10, 2012 6:05 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Leaking Radiator: Replace? Repair? |
How about a bit more info...... Is it a copper/brass rad or a plastic/ally job? Where is it leaking? How old is it? |
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| Author: | shlonga86 [ Wed Oct 10, 2012 7:52 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Leaking Radiator: Replace? Repair? |
It's not plastic, could be copper/brass? (noob alert haha) It's leaking down the drivers side, on the fan side. I've "sealed" it but this obviously is not a permanent fix. I only bought the car in, like, June. So dunno how old it is. It's looks old... |
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