Radiator Hose-bib problem.
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Radiator Hose-bib problem.
I get back from running a couple of errands today and notice a puddle of coolant sitting under my car. After checking the hoses, I thought I just had a loose one, but it turns out to be more than that. If you look at the photo, underneath the coolant reservoir is a T fitting. Turns out this is basically a plastic T that has a metal extension which normally extends maybe a half inch beyond the plastic. Mine broke off at the plastic. I trimmed the hose because the broken piece was stuck inside and then tried to clamp it to the remaining plastic. My first attempt didn't go so well. I thought I had it secured tightly, but once I started the car, the pressure pushed it off the fitting. With a little more work, I hope to get it secured tomorrow - at least temporarily. My question is - Does anyone know if the T fitting can be replaced or do you think I may need to change the whole reservoir?
