*Cinderella* Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 Avoid radseal unless the car is on it's last legs anyway, or you absolutely know it's the radiator. It's most likely a hose, but you do need to find out where the water is leaking from. Run the engine with the bonnet up, look for the drip onto the ground, then slowly dry upwards with paper towel until you know where it is actually coming out. Radseal is ok if it really is the radiator, but it does tend to block the water pathways round the engine, leaving a tendency to overheat. Why not use a mechanic or a knowledgeable friend? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pedro56 Posted March 11, 2007 Share Posted March 11, 2007 Avoid radseal unless the car is on it's last legs anyway, or you absolutely know it's the radiator. It's most likely a hose, but you do need to find out where the water is leaking from. Run the engine with the bonnet up, look for the drip onto the ground, then slowly dry upwards with paper towel until you know where it is actually coming out. Radseal is ok if it really is the radiator, but it does tend to block the water pathways round the engine, leaving a tendency to overheat. Why not use a mechanic or a knowledgeable friend? Agreed. I used to be a mechanic, Radseal=bad. It has a tendency of clogging leaks and cracks as well as passages that aren't leaks or cracks. Look and see if there is fluid on the ground where you park. If there is a lot of stains all ready find a cleaner spot to park and check it frequently. If you are blowing excessive smoke it could be an internal problem (white=water/bluish tint=oil). The wifes car has to be filled every couple of weeks, she has an internal problem (besides the ones that most wives have) with the motor and we are just using that car until it quits. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John1961 Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 I bought an old banger that was really history,blown head gasket and leaks all over the place. I went online and found XXT radiator seal twin pack,It fixed the leaks and the head gasket . Amazing Suff.I recommend it highly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
truman Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 I bought an old banger that was really history,blown head gasket and leaks all over the place. I went online and found XXT radiator seal twin pack,It fixed the leaks and the head gasket . Amazing Suff.I recommend it highly. Try advertising on a newer thread.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Supertramp Posted February 14, 2013 Share Posted February 14, 2013 Try advertising on a newer thread.. no wait soudns amazing, just poor something in your radiator and fix yur head gasket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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