2000 XC turbo wgn. radiator leak

Hohenstauffen · Post by **Hohenstauffen** » 07 Aug 2011, 20:55

150K and the radiator appears to be leaking at the seams or at least not at a hose where a clamp could be changed or tightened. Is there anything I or my mechanic might have overlooked in trying to solve this? If not what is the best radiator to buy and where might I find the best price. IPD wants $260.00 plus shipping.
Thanks,
Don

Post by **jblackburn** » 07 Aug 2011, 21:52

The plastic tank on mine cracked and was leaking. This is a fairly common occurence.

Look at Tasca Parts (they have a website) for an OEM price. Not sure how much they want.

I bought a Nissens replacement from FCP for under $200 after the discount. Free shipping, and almost year later, I'm very happy with it.

Post by **Ozark Lee** » 07 Aug 2011, 22:02

I'm not sure where you are but try Tasca parts or if you happen to be in Tennessee call Darrell Waltrip Volvo.

The gripe with Tasca is the shipping charges, I have been told that Waltrip doesn't even ship out of state anymore. I have also used OEM Volvo parts and Volvo wholesale parts before as they are site sponsors and I spend money with people that support things that I like - it is the NASCAR effect. I don't even care if I like the driver but the fact that they sponsor the sport is good enough for me and my wallet. FCP and eEuro have also siphoned thousands of dollars out of my paypal account.

Shop around.

...Lee