99 S70 Base. Bad decision with aftermarket Radiator

ashlee2319 · Post by **ashlee2319** » 11 Aug 2015, 21:51

A few months back, I accidentally broke the nipple off the top of my radiator. Bought a new aftermarket one, but my trans cooler lines didn't fit. Stupidly, I cut my lines and clamped hoses to them connecting to the radiator.

Looking something like this:

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Today, I found a cut in one of the lines. Living in the middle of an Arizona summer, I know something needs to be done right away.

My question is---
Do I buy new trans cooler lines for my aftermarket radiator? (where can i find?)
Replace my hose with a hole in it? - Is this fitting bad for long term?

I like to think Im a mechanic and try to do as much as my own work as possible.

Any insight would be great.

Post by **abscate** » 11 Aug 2015, 22:16

Perfectly good double clamped fitting. Replace it as before. I don't think there is a ton of pressure on these lines

ashlee2319 · Post by **ashlee2319** » 11 Aug 2015, 23:21

I found this pic on the internet. I only have single clamps on them but I guess I should do 2 because I always see/feel oil leakage. But regarding the life of my transmission, should I eventually replace it with new cooler lines? Everyday is 105 F+...

ashlee2319 · Post by **ashlee2319** » 11 Aug 2015, 23:24

***EDIT : I should probably mention my Heater Core went out today. Coolant everywhere on the floor.

Post by **abscate** » 12 Aug 2015, 04:04

double clamping will help that seepage. Keep an eye on your ATF level, do drain and fills regularly, and drive like a normal person and enjoy your car.

You can get a cheap heater core on eBay but it must be cleaned or they stink up your car, check threads.

Post by **rspi** » 12 Aug 2015, 04:08

Transmission fluid leaks are causes of major auto fires. I would spring for a proper rad for under $200. Not worth the risk.

Post by **tryingbe** » 12 Aug 2015, 06:21

If there is enough hose, cut the bad section out and re-clamp it, if not, replace. Get only TRANSMISSION HOSE to replace.

I have no problem with mine.

ashlee2319 · Post by **ashlee2319** » 12 Aug 2015, 09:58

Alright, so I need one of those barbed couplers too. I have been using heater hoses from autozone, but I will buy trans hoses. Is it okay to clamp the trans hose onto the lower metal hose (original trans cooler hose)? I found another site of leakage.

Post by **abscate** » 12 Aug 2015, 10:30

Get at least an inch of hose onto the metal tube, fitting snugly, then double hose clamp that inch, and you won't have seepage nor leakage.

ashlee2319 · Post by **ashlee2319** » 12 Aug 2015, 11:20

Ok , thanks. Does the hose I need have the mesh looking insulation in it?