My rad sprung a leak at the seams right at the top.
Is this fixable or will I need a new rad?

See attached pic.

 

Nope. Happened to my 98 ls, has a leak at the top of the radiator where the seal is. Had to get a new one. I remember paying like $300-$400 for the new radiator and labor. But that was at a dealer and about 4 yrs ago.

 

Don't have a shop install it, get one off Ebay or in the scrap yard in throw it in there, it won't take more than 45 minutes.

 

Are rad all the same for all models?

 

That I'm not sure of, but I can guarranty you can find one on Ebay. What year is your car?

 

Personally I wouldn't get a used one (if that's why you're asking if all models are the same). Just get a new one, they're not expensive.

 

I have had a radiator re built before.

http://www.cookevilleradiatorshop.com/

Some of these shops still exist. You could try to find one in your area. Thay can clean them out also.

 

Thanks. I've attempted a JB Weld fix which I'm hoping may work (very slim, I'm told). Otherwise I'll just pick up a new one.

 

I just put a new radiator in my car two weeks ago. I had
the same problem. Put it in yourself, it is not that hard. There is a good DIY
on the this website and if i remember right, all you need is a 10mm socket and a pair of pliers. I saved over $100 doing it myself.

 

Do you know if there is a difference between MT and AT rads?
My local shop has one for AT just wondering if it's the same?