Radiator leak?

[df2x4]

Just FYI, Amazon has the factory ACDelco radiator caps for $9, plus another 25% off right now.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000C9CEOO/

 

[east302]

Hey thanks...I think I keep Amazon in business these days. I'm like a little kid at Christmas when I get parts in the mail.


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[df2x4]

You're welcome, and I know what you mean! I'm actually about to order some Christmas presents for the family from Amazon. And one of those caps for the red truck... And three quarts of 80W-90... And four gallons of Dex 6... And whatever else I decide I absolutely need.

 

[east302]

Well crap, spoke too soon. It looks like it's leaking at the drain valve, between the drain nozzle on the radiator and the handle on the drain valve.

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I guess the o-ring is shot, so it's seeping past. It's not like I can really see what the hell is going on there, but if I put my finger under the drain spout it's wet. It's also wet along the bottom between the drain spout and the valve handle/knob.

How do you replace this thing? Just keep unscrewing it and pry the o-ring out if it doesn't come out?

It's in the dumbest freaking location.


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