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**76sierraclassic** · 07-12-2004, 05:09 PM

I'm having trouble with a leaky radiator, and wondering what everyone's thoughts are on whether or not I should have the original radiator rotted out and fixed or just buy a new one from a local auto parts place (O'Reilly, Advance, AutoZone, etc.).

Dad and I were able to solder one leak in it this weekend around the inlet coming from the heater core, but it seems to still be leaking pretty badly somewhere else. As far as I know, it's the original radiator, and the truck has almost 140K miles on it.

Also, if I do replace it, is there anything I need to watch out for?

All opinions are appreciated...

Thanks in advance,
Mike

07-12-2004, 05:09 PM	#1
76sierraclassic Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: White Hall, AR Posts: 316	Radiator Question... I'm having trouble with a leaky radiator, and wondering what everyone's thoughts are on whether or not I should have the original radiator rotted out and fixed or just buy a new one from a local auto parts place (O'Reilly, Advance, AutoZone, etc.). Dad and I were able to solder one leak in it this weekend around the inlet coming from the heater core, but it seems to still be leaking pretty badly somewhere else. As far as I know, it's the original radiator, and the truck has almost 140K miles on it. Also, if I do replace it, is there anything I need to watch out for? All opinions are appreciated... Thanks in advance, Mike

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