Radiator Leak

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18 years ago

Tue, Jan 3, 2006 4:51 PM

'96 Explorer, V-6, auto. trans. I noticed a slight leak where the upper transmission cooler line comes thru the plastic radiator. It appears around a large washer and large nut that seem to hold the unit into the radiator. Before I dump a can of stop leak into my new antifreeze, can this be remedied by loosening the large nut and washer, cleaning the area and applying some silicone sealant before retightening the fasteners ? TIA

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posted
18 years ago

Tue, Jan 3, 2006 5:05 PM

Not unusual

NEVER EVER!!!!!!!

Worked for me.

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18 years ago

Thu, Jan 5, 2006 4:39 AM

I'm here for information...krusty or otherwise. I stopped by a radiator shop today that wants $350 to replace the radiator because it is 10 years old and they say removing and repairing the old one wouldn't be worthwhile. If my silicone repair idea worked for you I'm game. Thanks.