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Old Apr 13, 2006 | 09:41 AM
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I just found out today that the bottom of my radiator is leaking a small bit of coolant in my '94 gsr. It's a really small leak. I noticed it was leaking when I got to campus today but when I drove home I didn't notice it really dripping at all. Is this something I can fix by means of a sealant or additive? I really don't think it warrants replacing the whole radiator at this time.
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Old Apr 13, 2006 | 11:42 AM
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Honestly? I'd just replace the radiator now and save yourself more pain and money. Its going to go since as we all know, Integra radiators are pieces of shit.

Just my 2 cents
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Old Apr 13, 2006 | 11:50 AM
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For the interim, you could use JB weld epoxy at the source of the crack..

But the durable solution is to replace the radiator with an all-metal unit. IMO, the plastic end-tanks are a liability. :a:
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Old Apr 13, 2006 | 12:55 PM
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Originally Posted by TheOtherDave™
For the interim, you could use JB weld epoxy at the source of the crack..

But the durable solution is to replace the radiator with an all-metal unit. IMO, the plastic end-tanks are a liability. :a:
I agree, replacing the radiator would definitely be best...but I really don't want to put the money out for it right now since I will more than likely be selling the car within the next month. I will probably try the JB weld when I get a chance this weekend. Thanks.
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Old Apr 13, 2006 | 05:02 PM
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i used some of that stuff that ppl use to fix pools with. it worked, so far
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