Frank Sperling wrote:
>
> I've discovered a little leak in my radiator and am not sure what
> lengths to go to to repair it.
>
> My '79 B is squirting a little water/steam out of a (smaller than a)
> pin hole near the top of the radiator.
>
> My question is...does this require a radiator overhaul or will some of
> that gooey goopy stuff you add to your radiator fluid to repair small
> holes do the trick?
> Frank Sperling
> 79B "Mugs"
Frank:
I have to agree with the postings of others on the list (i.e., do not
try this at home...with your car). I have tried the rat-sh*t/molasses
stuff and, although it does say on the container that it acts as a water
pump lubricant, and it DOES plug your small holes, I found that the
solution is temporary. It is good stuff in a pinch (financial or
temporal) but the permanent solution is found at the radiator shop.
Best of luck.
--
Rick Hoefle 1964 Tiger B9470508 - HIS
1969 MGC - HERS
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