Coolant leak from near upper radiator hose
Re: Coolant leak from near upper radiator hose
It's leaking again. But upon further inspection, I think I found a crack on the front side of the plastic tank, it's weird though how most of the coolant ends up on the other side. I've uploaded pictures below.
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Time for new radiator.
Or, if you want to save money and roll the dice, get a used radiator.
volvolugnut
Or, if you want to save money and roll the dice, get a used radiator.
volvolugnut
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Volvo: 2001 V70 T5, 1986 244DL, 1983 245DL, 1975 245DL, 1959 PV544, multiple Volvo parts cars.
Mercedes: 2001 E320, 1973 280, 1974 280C, 1989 300E, 1988 300TE, 1979 300TD, parts cars.
2009 Smart Passion
Ford: 1977 F350, 1964 F150 (2), 1938 Tudor Sedan
Farmall tractors: 1956 400 Diesel, 1946 A
And others.
Ah dang it, I was hoping you'd say I can "plastic weld" that, or slap some epoxy/sealant on top. I wonder if I can get an OEM steel one (if one exists) to avoid this issue In the future.
On a side note, have you realised that the new OEM upper radiator hose has visually changed compared to the original? I liked the original better with the dark grey colour and the "VOLVO" text on it. The new one just says "made in Poland" and the part number. I'm tempted to put that one back on, but it is 30 years old...and preventative maintenance and such...so I guess I'll be keeping the new hose with the new radiator.
Also thanks for all your replies, appreciate the help.
On a side note, have you realised that the new OEM upper radiator hose has visually changed compared to the original? I liked the original better with the dark grey colour and the "VOLVO" text on it. The new one just says "made in Poland" and the part number. I'm tempted to put that one back on, but it is 30 years old...and preventative maintenance and such...so I guess I'll be keeping the new hose with the new radiator.
Also thanks for all your replies, appreciate the help.
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