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radiator help needed


deadlywhispr18
07-22-2004, 11:04 AM
Okay it is hot as always in texas, but anyways, the radiator cracked right at the cap. It's about 2 inches long. I wonder if there is any type of glue besides Epoxy(which didn't work) that i could put on it to keep running the car without having to put in a new radiator. And also if i do have to get a new radiator, can i just get the top part?? Help would be greatly appreciated. Oh yea, it's an 88 accord, and not mine. :(

T-Racer
07-22-2004, 11:36 AM
is it the cap that cracked? if it is i know u can replace that.

ricebrnr13
07-22-2004, 09:03 PM
there are some places that fix radiators but i wouldn't trust it, buy a new one.

i_a_n112784
07-22-2004, 09:04 PM
You might try something really strong, like JB weld or similar product, but I don't know how long that will hold. The only long-term solution is to replace the radiator. And they don't make just the top plastic part, sorry.

civicHBsi91
07-23-2004, 01:45 AM
You can buy replacement radiator's for like 100 buck's, if not you can try a junkyard...

civickiller
07-23-2004, 01:55 PM
i would say jbweld for a temprary fix just till you can get a new radiator

rubix777
07-24-2004, 01:35 AM
welding it is not going to make it stronger as it will crack on the sides of the weld. I suggest you get a full aluminum radiator instead of the stock ones with plastic on the top.

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