Radiator Opinions (MAC)

[David Head]

Yes they are repairable, and no they aren't worth the effort. When you
consider the downtime for your car, the cost and the labor you might as well
get a new one. Under 150.00 most places...

Lawrence C Leung wrote:

> Okay,
>
> Let me get this straight:
>
> Advantages of Brass Radiators - repairable when they start to go.
> Advantages of Aluminum/Plastic Radiators - less weight
>
> Does anyone have a comparison of the weight differences?
> Does anyone have an estimated life of brass? Aluminum?
>
> I have 163 k miles on my aluminum and it appears it is leaking out an
> endcap. Not severe yet, but it's obviously going. Are end caps repairable
> (and is it worth the bother?)? I am of the opinion that 162 K and 11 yrs
> is pretty reasonable for a radiator to go.
>
> Finally, any good North East sources for either type?
>
> LL - NY '89 200Q