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1997 GT conv Tranny coolent line leak

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Old 03-08-2016, 12:39 PM
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Default 1997 GT conv Tranny coolent line leak

Just a simple question;

it appears my top coolant line is leaking at the radiator, it is dry where it screws in but wet around the nut on the radiator. Any fixes available or is a new radiator needed?




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Old 03-08-2016, 01:44 PM
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A 19 year old radiator is probably due for a replacement.
I imagine that your issue could be remedied by removing the radiator and having that area soldered,but you might ask a rad shop for their opinion.They might shy away from a repair,rather than be married to it with future issues.
I'd probably spring for a new rad and be happy to do the labor only once.
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Old 03-08-2016, 02:22 PM
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Originally Posted by Camster
A 19 year old radiator is probably due for a replacement.
I imagine that your issue could be remedied by removing the radiator and having that area soldered,but you might ask a rad shop for their opinion.They might shy away from a repair,rather than be married to it with future issues.
I'd probably spring for a new rad and be happy to do the labor only once.
Sound advice, thanks - I am not looking for a repair as much as knowing if that
nut could have been tightened. I guess it one solid piece.

Thanks!
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Its time for a new readiator, those plastic tanks are junk.
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