Hullo Dennis,
The problem with a non-pressurised radiator is that you have reduced the
temperature at which the water boils and lost cooling efficiency. I don't
know what the cost stateside is, but have it re-cored by a reputable
company. Here we are fortunate in that the company that manufactures
radiators for the motor industry also has a repair section for such
happenings. Job comes with a guarantee. They were able to fit a new core to
my 65 radiator. Cost not too bad!
Johann
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From: <dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com>
To: <dansolo...@msn.com>; "Chevelle List" <chevelle-list@chevelles.net>
Sent: Wednesday, April 22, 2009 6:04 AM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Coolant Leaks!
Hi Dan,
The radiator is a stock 3-row from Truck Shop in Orange, CA. The price was
good but a leak developing when two years old is very disappointing. The
original heater core leaking at 44 years old is not so bad.
You're right, I could bypass the heater but the real fix is to replace it.
I converted the 16 PSI pressure cap into a 0 PSI cap which should slow
both leaks.
Thanks,
Dennis
----- Original Message -----
From: "Dan Solomon" <dansolo...@msn.com>
To: <dennis.mcgil...@mcgilliscompany.com>; "Chevelle List"
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Sent: Tuesday, April 21, 2009 7:09 PM
Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Coolant Leaks!
Dennis,
Guess you could bypass the heater core if you want but plannin to change
it seems to be a no brainer. I would be more concerned with a leak in a 3
year old radiator. Is it a stock style unit or an aftermarket type?
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Sent: Apr 21, 2009 9:57 PM
Subject: [Chevelle-list] Coolant Leaks!
Hi Guys,
My new in 2006 radiator has a small leak and Sunday, while attending the
big
Orange Circle car show, it became obvious that my heater core is leaking.
Coolant soaked the padding between carpet and firewall, wetting my son's
foot.
Tonight I snipped the radiator cap to stop pressure from building so I
can
drive about 100 miles to four Southern California car shows this weekend.
Now what? Replace the (original) heater core and repair the radiator? I
really know the answer, one should not have to ask the list, one should
just
bite the bullet and "Get 'er done."
Dennis McGillis
1965 Malibu SS-350
1953 3100 in WA
Thanks, Dan
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