Dodge Dakota ForumDodge Dakota PhotosDodgeDakota.net Membership
  Forums   Forum Tools
14:34:22 - 03/28/2024

V6 Dakotas
FromMessage
Adam
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE


10/17/2006
22:33:14

Subject: Radiator prob
IP: Logged

Message:
I have a 93 3.9, latly iv been noticing it is starting to steam after i turn off the key. Its not over heating caus the guage is 1/4 the way to hot. But finaly i looked and my fan is spraying antifreez on my engine and i cant find where its comeing from. I can see it pooling on the bottom of the radiator and fan shroud but it kinda looks like its leaking from the top. I was just wonderinf if i should try fixing it or just replace it. Thanks for the help
Adam



Gregg
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE


10/17/2006
23:41:59

RE: Radiator prob
IP: Logged

Message:
Sorry dude but it will progressively get worse. Trace the leak if possible to eliminate a cap or something simple. It may be the upper tank breaking loose from solder joints or plastic separation. Maybe a pinhole in the core section. Don't throw in the quick fix "Stop Leak", 'cause even if it slows or stops it's temporary. There is no chemical fix for a mechanical problem.

Get radiator shop estimates for repair and recondition vs. new and of course your favorite bone yard price. Pull it.




J and J Auto
GenII
 Email User Profile


10/18/2006
01:42:26

RE: Radiator prob
IP: Logged

Message:
just go to radiatorbarn.com a new rad with
good brass tanks not plastic just under $150

fast shipping comes with line adapter kit for
auto trans and plugs right in

Also they only sell a 2 row for the V6 replacement
the stock is 1 row

A rad shop will charge $300 to $500

Larry
J&J Auto

adam
Dodge Dakota
JOIN HERE


10/18/2006
16:16:00

RE: Radiator prob
IP: Logged

Message:
Thanks i looked it up and ur right there bout $155. i have one question tho are they brass cores or alluminum? thanks for the help
Adam



   P 1


Post a reply to this message:

Username Registration: Optional
All visitors are allowed to post messages


Name:
Email:
Notify me when I get a reply to my message:Yes  No

Icons:            

          

Subject:
Message:
 



Home | Forums | Members | Pictures | Contact Us

This site is in no way affiliated with Chrysler or any of its subsidiaries.