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Old Sep 16, 2006 | 08:54 PM
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i have a pin hole leak at the outlet of my radiator.
seems like the solder at the outlet isnt holding so well.
radiator is aprox. 2 years old.
can i fix it or should i get another?
and where can I get an OEM style radiator?
plz gimme a few links.
oh this is for a 1969 350 sb AT with AC.
if i can id like to get the biggest radiator for this application.
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Old Sep 16, 2006 | 08:57 PM
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If its c/b any good radiator shop could pressure test and repair for short money. Its only 2 years old should good
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Old Sep 16, 2006 | 11:27 PM
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Pressure test your cooling system too. Could have too much.
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Old Sep 17, 2006 | 08:29 AM
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it only leaks after running (system pressurized)
just a few drops come out its not spraying out etc.
just kinda weeps out a bit from the outlet joint.
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