Jiffy Lube Service/ Cracked Radiator

[Wikedjuggalo]

I recently had to replace mine, it was a easy task a few bolts and make sure you have something to drain the radiator fluid out. I had fun because the drain plug thing broke on me and I could not get it out. You can do it in about an hour or so,took me more time to find a radiator off line that was decent then to install it. I do not suggest getting a used on as they probably with do the same in some time. Save your money and do it yourself you only need a 14mm socket and a pair of pliers.

[svxistentialist]

Originally Posted by dcarrb

I believe most here will agree that ANY attempt at repairing a cracked radiator top tank should be considered temporary. It might hold for a day or a week or a month, but it won't hold as long as you hope. Don't risk overheating your car; just buy a new radiator, then forget about it for the next 10-15 years.

dcb

Welcome to the 50s dcb!!

I hope you have a nice day in Georgia. It's lovely here in Ireland today.

Joe

[LarryIII]

Lone Feather,

See threads (links) below & good luck:

RADIATOR FLUSHING & REPAIR


Coolant Flushing Kit:

http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/show...&threadid=4380


Fixed My Car – Overheating Gone.

http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/show...iator+flushing


Radiator Repair:

http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/show...iator+flushing


Radiator Install:

http://www.subaru-svx.net/forum/show...iator+flushing

[dcarrb]

Originally Posted by svxistentialist

Welcome to the 50s dcb!!

I hope you have a nice day in Georgia. It's lovely here in Ireland today.

Joe

Thank you. Yes, a nice day... we've finally gotten some desperately-needed rain.

dcb

[Lonefethr]

Thanks everyone for your thoughts,suggestions,and links. Fortunate to say Jiffy Lube took some responsiblity in the cracked radiator. I ended up having to pay 1/2 their cost for a new radiator and they had one of their mechanics put it in. So my cost was $70. I will continue to keep learning more about my car as I know they are becoming somewhat extinct and I will have to say I do enjoy having it. So I will try to keep her around for as long as I can. Have a great weekend!

[SubaSteevo]

Originally Posted by svxual

yep i agree wth trevor!! i had 2 replace mine a few weeks ago but over here its not easy 2 find a replacement as no point geting a 2ndhand one as itl b 15yr old as well, two of my m8s had same prob 91celica gt4, and a supra, so they gave me good info where 2 get a new steel or alloy top put on ur old one if ur core is sweet.. now mine is like new again, seem as we have a good underbody cover and the aircon radiator infront of the radiator ur core should still be like new..

I understand this is an internet forum, and doesn't necessarily need to be formal, but your posts would be a lot more readable if:
a) You capitalized correctly.
b) u didnt typ lik a 15yr old aim addict that drinks 2 much mtn d3w.
c) You used some punctuation besides commas and ellipses.

[Turbone]

Originally Posted by Lonefethr

Thanks everyone for your thoughts,suggestions,and links. Fortunate to say Jiffy Lube took some responsiblity in the cracked radiator. I ended up having to pay 1/2 their cost for a new radiator and they had one of their mechanics put it in. So my cost was $70. I will continue to keep learning more about my car as I know they are becoming somewhat extinct and I will have to say I do enjoy having it. So I will try to keep her around for as long as I can. Have a great weekend!

I suggest having the work checked out by a qualified Subaru mechanic.
Dont want the same situation happening again, or worse.