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Radiator replace or repair

Discussion in 'Wrangler JK (2007-2017)' started by tfruss2410, May 17, 2017.

  1. May 17, 2017 at 9:06 AM
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    tfruss2410

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    The radiator in my 2007 JK Unlimited has developed a pinhole leak, is it better/more cost effective to replace or repair? It seems that most parts are intended to be replaced these days vs the "good old days" when you repaired everything. Just wondering what the collective thought process is towards this repair. Thanks...
     
    tfruss2410, May 17, 2017
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  2. May 17, 2017 at 9:20 AM
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    OFFGRID

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    Howell fuel injection, header, HEI distributor, TH350, NP208, SOA lift with YJ springs in the front & GW springs in the Rear. AMC20 with G2 1 piece chromos trussed, Dana 30 with G2 chromos and 760x ujoints and MM Stainless Hubs, Geared 4.56. Tom Woods shafts, Metal cloaks, Caged, 37" Toyo MTs.
    I believe that you can find a new one cheaper than you can have one repaired.
     
    OFFGRID, May 17, 2017
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  3. May 17, 2017 at 9:21 AM
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    Please don't use stopleak. That usually causes more trouble down the road than it is worth.
     
    OFFGRID, May 17, 2017
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  4. May 17, 2017 at 10:45 AM
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    Thanks, I was leaning towards replacement since I can buy a new radiator for just over $100. Stopleak gums everything up, not even thinking in that direction. Thanks again...
     
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  5. May 17, 2017 at 10:53 AM
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    OFFGRID

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    You might even get a few bucks back selling it for the aluminum at the scrap yard.
     
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  6. May 17, 2017 at 10:57 AM
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    tfruss2410

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    True, guess that will depend on whether I have to put down a "core" deposit. I'll find that out real soon....
     
    tfruss2410, May 17, 2017
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