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  1. 24th November 2014, 05:26 PM #1
    lavingia
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    Do I need a new radiator or can this one be fixed ?

    Hello All,

    I have a 1999 D2 TD5 Auto with 263K on the clock.

    Its got a very small amount of coolant loss ..only approx 200ml per fortnight or so.

    Seems I have leaks in the fuel cooler section of the radiator though. Found them when I removed the fan and shroud to replace the thermostat.

    Have put the thermostat replacement job on hold now till I figure what to do with the Radiator. Might as well tackle them both together.

    So do I need a new radiator as well or does this look fixable ?

    Thanks in advance.
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  2. 24th November 2014, 05:51 PM #2
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    new radiator

    I think at those Ks, get a new one. The alloy won`t last forever, and if you leave it the small leak will only get bigger.
    Watch out for some aftermarket cheapies some not very good.

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  3. 24th November 2014, 06:11 PM #3
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    and get one of these

    https://www.davesitshop.com/emporium...egory&cat_id=4
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  4. 24th November 2014, 07:02 PM #4
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    If it was mine, i'd bin it and get a new one. No questions. Heck, I'm thinking of changing mine out simply because it is nearly 11 y o. Again, cheap insurance. Plus as has been suggested, get an engine saver.
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  5. 25th November 2014, 01:39 PM #5
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    Thank you everyone. Now looking for new one. Engine Watchdog is next on the list.
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