Joel
> -----Original Message-----
> From: owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net
> [mailto:owner-dakota-truck@buffnet4.buffnet.net]On Behalf Of Dahrl Clark
> Sent: Monday, April 27, 1998 7:49 AM
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net
> Subject: DML: Re: Radiator problem
>
>
> Michael, the main problem with plastic tank radiators are the
> tabs that hold
> the tank on the core. Over a period of time they weaken and can no longer
> hold the tank tight enough for a good seal. Sometimes they can
> even crack or
> break off of the core itself, making the replacement option the
> only option.
> I have replaced the gaskets on quite a few Dak rads over the years with
> excellent results but I'm not sure you will be able to find a
> radiator shop
> willing to do a repair on a plastic tank rad. A lot of shops
> (don't like to
> fool with them.) A quality replacement radiator will be in the 200-250
> dollar range. A week or so ago I posted a message about dirt and debris
> plugging the fins of Dak rads. and would be interested if this is the case
> with yours. Let us all know. Hope this helps!
> -----Original Message-----
> From: Michael Clark <mike@snakebite.com>
> To: dakota-truck@buffnet.net <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
> Date: Monday, April 27, 1998 4:35 AM
> Subject: DML: Radiator problem
>
>
> >Came in tonight and as I walked in front of the truck I smelled a faint
> >sweet smell. Poped the hood and sure enough it was anti-freeze. It
> >seems to be seeping out at the upper seal between the plastic top and
> >main body. It isn't bad yet but it is just a matter of time till it
> >fails. Right now it's just a tiny bit, the fan sucked the antifreeze up
> >and slung it into my hood pad wich was damp in the front center
> >portion. The a/c compressor also had a.f. sprayed on it by the fan.
> >
> >So how expensive will this be? I will probably get it fixed tommorow
> >(today actually). Will I have to junk the whole radiator because of the
> >plastic or can it be repaired? Would this be a good time to have the
> >radiator cleaned out?
> >
> >Other than a starter motor this is the only major failure I've had in
> >74,000 miles so I guess it's time. Also can the radiator be upgraded
> >with an aftermarket one or would it be worth it? If it has to be
> >replaced it might as well get replaced with a "performance" grade
> >radiator.
> >
> >Thanks.
> >--
> >----
> > Michael Clark mike@snakebite.com
> > '93 MarkIII 4X2 V-8 SWB RC auto, DDBC
> > K&N FIPK, Flowmaster cat-back dual, MP SBEC
> > Doug Thorley Headers, Moroso Blue Max wires
> > 180 degree thermostat, WaterWetter, Brass cap & rotor
> > one and only 1/4 mile time of 15.08 @ 90.82
> > My Dakota page=> http://web.wt.net/~mclark/dakota.html
> > Dakota Webring=> http://web.wt.net/~mclark/webring/ring.html
>
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