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  1. Hi All, I noticed a slight crack (< 1 inch) at the top of the radiator which does not cause any problems like heavy leaking. I just top up the reservoir tank every couple of months as the leakage is very slight. I was thinking of just using "Holts Radweld" to just seal the leak. Anybody here used this b4 and any advice to give on this product?
  2. Was almost home after dinner when overheating light kit up. Turned off engine, opened up bonnet and noticed water was flowing out of the plastic expansion tank at its cap. Radiator itself seemed ok. What could be the cause? Bad radiator cap, blown fan fuse (checking tomorrow), stuck thermostat, bad water pump?
  3. Hi Guys, like your opinion on following Qs: 1) How useful is changing to a higher pressure radiator cap? Let's say from 1.1bar to 1.3bar? My brother recently change from stock 0.9bar to 1.1bar and he said that fuel consumption has improved slightly, presumably from lower engine temp (due to increased pressure in radiator). 2) Is there any performance effect from changing to an aftermarket engine oil cap (eg. Mugen, TRD, Silver's) other than aesthetics reasons? I've read adverts that claim due to the reason that the aftermarket engine oil cap is made from aluminium, it has the effect of helping the engine disperse heat faster - lower temp engine runs more efficiently.
  4. Just to share. Recently my coolant leaks and I brought my car to Autosaver. Was asked to replace the whole radiator tank. Parts and labour (incl coolant and new thermostat) cost me close to $700. Now monitoring and hope the problem is solve...
  5. The plastic top of my radiator has a very small crack or hole. Only leaks when it's hot. Cause is faulty radiator cap (changed liao). Any DIY plastic weld or workshop that does such repair to recommend? Thanks.
  6. Most cars today has rather huge openings and lack of a protective mesh to deflect small stones and debris away from the radiator. Often causing damage to the radiator fins. Although these damages are cosmetic rather than detrimental, it is always good to maintain a clean and good looking car, and not to mention those unsightly dented fins on those shinny radiators. Here is a DIY video on how to remove a car bumper and installing a mesh to protect your radiator. Cost of mesh is couple of dollars from most Handy-shops or DIY stores. Most cars manufacturer uses similar methods on mounting their bumpers, so the video is as detail as possible without causing boredom to you. Hope you all benefit from it. Youtube link here : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWO097xLl34 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JWO097xLl34
  7. hi all, Would like to find out the reasonable price to change a leaked radiator. My ride is nissan sunny. I have changed the radiator at about $400. Not sure if I had been kotok. If yes, will not go back the workshop anymore.
  8. I am still hanging on to my 6 yr old Daewoo Lanos due to $$ consideration. Had a radiator leak recently at the outlet of the radiator plastic cover (connection to water outlet hose cracked). Was told I only need to replace the plastic cover due to prolonged heat exposure while the radiator can still be savaged. Problem is parts are hard to find especially for Daewoo. I am seeking help from fellow motorists who may know of any radiator repair contacts. I have driven to 3 such shops and they all could not help. Even the agent has no stock and I need to wait at least a month. Can anyone offer any assitance? Thanks.
  9. Hi All, Just need to check if the following scenario is normal (coz i never encounter this for my past 2 cars): After turning off the engine of my car, I walked out and hear a fan running.....then i opened my bonnet and the fan seems be from the radiator (the bigger one, if i m not wrong...coz carpark quite dark)! I tried to turn on the engine again n turn it off......but the fan is still running. I only managed to stop it after stepping on the accelator a few times. Is this normal?? or is there something wrong with my A5??
  10. Hi all, Need some advice for radiator hose sipping at joint Just found it today with 3 location with green green type of residue. Like to ask what it the cost to replace them? Another question is replace back to oem or change to those with colour type?
  11. Hi All, Does a weak radiator fan/ motor cause the car to overheat? My car radiator fan is running, however after about 30mins of driding the temp will go up more than half gradually. And when moving, it will sometimes come down depends. Usually stop sometimes the temp willdo down. Is it radiator "choke"? or water pump faulty or thermostat? Any bros can advise or have similar experience before.
  12. Hi all brothers, Like to check Radiator Cap all same size for car? Can buy from petrol kisok? Discover my Rediator Cap rubber worn out and cracked into two when doing weekly self checking. Me driving a picanto 2005 model. Thanks.
  13. I bought this pre-stone flush and clean from amazon. After a bit of research, flushing 50/50 will sprung a leak from the cooling loop. Not sure should i do it or not. 2009 Avante, not sure whether the previous owner have done any coolant change so decide to do it 1 time,
  14. Radiator leaking, can any bro recommend me reasonable and reliable radiator workshop? Thanks for the pm!
  15. hi , found out that i have to keep topping up water in my radiator everyday, though it's not alot, maybe like 50 ml of water. i found it strange cos last time i only need to top up like once every 2-3 wks. went for a check, nothing leaking but my mech suggested maybe my radiator cap old already and needs to be changed. also asked abt my water temp gauge cos now water temp very high, ave 100 degrees celsius which i thot also abit strange, then he said might be because my sensor not accurate. hmm.. i dont really know what's wrong. wonder can any one have any suggestions? the only recent thing that i have done is to change to new knn air filter from old knn-type air filter. thanks. :)
  16. My 06 wish suddenly had the temp warning light lit up yest. went workshop and was told radiator leak and the fan is weak… suggested to replace these 2, plus 2 pipes connected to the radiator... How much should this cost on average? Was told after labour should maybe $1100...
  17. Today i notice only one of the fans are working when down to the workshop to check. mechanic say one of the fan motor spoiled and ask me to change 2 motors as the other one will spoiled soon.i told him to just changed the one that is spoiled . was quoted 180 for a aftermarket motor. strange the other one not spoil ask me change also. while changing it they also removed the radiator pipe connect to the engine. after changing, they top up abit of toyota premixed coolant into the radiator and reserve tank . i saw the radiator and tank was filled to the brim. after 1 hrs drive back home due to traffic jam. i pop the bonnet to check on the fans if they are working. I noticed the radiator reserve tank was empty!!! i wanted to check my radiator but the engine was still hot and dangerous to open . so i decided tomorrow morning when it is cold i will check my radiator. 1st question : can i top up my reserve tank with tap water? 2nd question: i wonder how come the radiator was full and the mechanic top up abit of premised coolant but when i reached home the reserve tank empty. any advice bros
  18. hi all, Previously my Trajet water radiator level dun need top up every month... Now it go low after every 2 days.. Sent to workshop, change the radiator hose behind engine for $200... But still same problem.. Can bro help to recommend patient, reliable workshop that would take time to trouble shoot? maybe water pump, engine block and the list goes on.... haiz,,,,,very heartbroken now,,, pocket also broken...... search the mycarforum classfied , found Lee Heng Radiator Trading & Repair at SIN MING.....is it good? Thanks
  19. Today, went to for a regular maintenance. Mechanic engineer told me that my Radiator A/C motor doesn't work,while the Radiator Fan motor is still working. He suggest me to change both because he foresee the other one may fail soon as well. Any suggestion here? For brake pad and brake disk rotor, Is it recommended to change at the same time? I changed the pad, but not the rotor today.
  20. Hi bros, anyone can recommend workshop that repair radiator cheap? My radiator water leaking from the top. Need to change it asap. And how much does it cost for the repair? I'm driving 2007 Nissan Latio model. Thanks.
  21. I suspect my my fan spoil due to overspray of belt dressing which cause fiction and became misaligned. Currently the fan is not working well and make lots of noise.... so anyone knows or change radiator fan b4?? How much is the price for both brand new and second hand radiator fan??
  22. I when to change my radiator on Thursday as it was leaking. A few hundred dollars later, it was done. But over the next 2 days, while the radiator water level seems ok, the coolant level has fallen by about 20%. While the coolant level seems to have stabilized. Anyone knows if this is normal? many thanks
  23. Hi all. I just noticed my radiator has a small leak along e top seam where there r a row of metal clips. Anyone know a radiator specialist in e north like woodlands yishun or semb who cn do a proper repair job. Btw my car is 2006 optra. Tks all.
  24. My car temp suddenly boiling while driving. Old cars use only water, therefore this boiling is very common. Now-adays new cars use coolant+water in the radiator that prevent such thing from happening. What can I do now?
  25. Today sent my car for servicing, basically oil change, check brake pads, etc. Towards the end, I found the mechanic open up my radiator cap and quite a bit of liquid gushed out and he quickly put the cap back. I would like to understand the following;- 1) What does the radiator cools? 2) Is there a need for the mechanic to open up the radiator cap 3) Do you need to replace the radiator coolant to prevent overheat? Thanks!
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