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Old Jan 7, 2022 | 04:15 PM
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I seem to have a minor leak around the upper radiator hose outlet, is this a traditional failure spot for the C5 stock radiator? Before I tear it all down I wanna be prepared and have the whole new radiator if that I what I'm gonna find. As far as I can tell the hose is fine.
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Yes, that is a typical spot for the radiator to leak.

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Yes, that is a typical spot for the radiator to leak.

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Thanks, Gary! Is this fixable or should I be sourcing a new radiator before summer?
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New radiator, The side tanks are plastic.

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So, new radiator. It is just a driver. Should I go for a stock type or go for a full on aluminum baddy?
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Stock replacement.

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Just had to replace my radiator on my 03. 116,000 miles. Leaking at the seam by the upper hose.
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Originally Posted by whbrennan

Just had to replace my radiator on my 03. 116,000 miles. Leaking at the seam by the upper hose.
That's exactly my issue. Did you do it yourself? What did you use as a guide? If this was my '62 Biscayne I could do it without a manual!
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Watched a couple of youtube videos. I also replaced the coolant reservoir tank at the same time since i noticed some coolant collecting on the seams of that too. So far, after a week and about 300 miles of driving, everything seems to be holding up...
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