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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 01:35 PM
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radatior problem?
yo lately I've been using alot of anti-freeze and i smell an odor that smells like coolant. I think i may need a new radiator and if i do should i get OEM or aftermarket?
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 02:00 PM
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I would find the leak first.
what makes you think its the radiator?
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 02:30 PM
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Originally Posted by alset2
I would find the leak first.
what makes you think its the radiator?


see where the leak is 1st. it could be rad/hoses/water pump seal
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 03:18 PM
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find the leak, you might get lucky and just need to tighten something or replace a hose.
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 05:32 PM
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it looks like its coming from the top of the radiator. All the anti-freeze is all over the engine bay
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Old Sep 16, 2008 | 06:01 PM
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Sounds like the top piece that is plastic cracked. Double check that, otherwise it still could be a loose clamp or cracked hose issue.
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Old Sep 20, 2008 | 04:01 PM
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Same problem with mine, I found the crack its on the top of te radtior where it has that square I believe it says NISSAN or something like that. What could be done?
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Old Sep 20, 2008 | 09:21 PM
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It's best to just get a new one or (alternative) have the radiator shop replace the top tank assy and gasket!
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Old Sep 20, 2008 | 10:14 PM
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Junkyard.
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Old Sep 20, 2008 | 10:49 PM
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if need replaced, just get a koyo rad replacement.
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