A radiator is one of the most important parts of your car. Sure, you may not think about it every day, but without it, your engine would quickly overheat. What you might not know is that radiators are often made from plastic, and if you have a crack in it, heat will escape from the radiator far too easily. This can cause your car to overheat and ultimately fail. If you notice a crack in your radiator, don’t wait to fix it; get it fixed as soon as possible to avoid further damage. In this article, we’ll walk you through the process of fixing a crack in a plastic radiator.
Identification of the crack
If you have a small crack in your plastic radiator, there are several ways to fix it. You can fill the crack with a sealant, epoxy, or JB Weld. If the crack is too big, you will need to replace the radiator.
Cleaning and repairing the crack
There are a few different ways to fix a crack in a plastic radiator. One is to use a hot glue gun to attach pieces of broken plastic together. Another is to use liquid NRP (non-permanent press) glue and weights to seal the crack.
A final option is to replace the entire radiator.
Closing the crack
If you notice a crack in your plastic radiator, there are a few things you can do to try and close it. The first thing is to check the elasticity of the radiator. If it’s stiffer than usual, this will make it harder to close the crack. You can also use a sealant or hot water to try and make the crack close. The last option is to get a new radiator.