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Old Nov 3, 2008 | 05:43 PM
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So while replacing the water pump on the 66, I slipped and put a hold in the radiator with my slotted screwdriver (what a dumb a$$). What is the best option for replacement/repair? Is repair worth it, or is it best just to buy a new one. If replacement is one place better than others??
Old Nov 3, 2008 | 05:48 PM
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where was it punctured?

In solid base or in the core around the fins?

They can be soldered pretty easy if you can reach it.

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Old Nov 3, 2008 | 05:50 PM
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I am not exactaly sure. I didn't let it continue to spray for very long.
Old Nov 3, 2008 | 07:07 PM
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Default Transmission Cooler lines on Radiator

Does anyone know what size caps the transmission cooler lines on the bottom of the Rad are? I am in the process of removing the rad and I don't want transmission fluid all over the garage.
Old Nov 3, 2008 | 07:34 PM
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Duck tape. Yes it will work for anything.
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 04:00 PM
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JB Weld for the win!!!!!!!!
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 04:24 PM
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yeah, JB weld that beast, works wonders. used it on many race cars
Old Nov 4, 2008 | 08:39 PM
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Originally Posted by musnicki
JB Weld for the win!!!!!!!!
yep, easy and fast

My fan for some reason rubbed a whole on a row on mine on the way back from a car show.Pulled the radiator,opened the whole(size of a grain of rice)stuffed in some JB weld then pinched it shut(it was only the edge)I know its not the best way to fix it, but i was in a jam and I probably wont weld it unless it leaks again.
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