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coolant seepage but need to drive...please help !!

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Old 08-18-2013, 09:20 AM
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coolant seepage but need to drive...please help !!

Hi folks....

Please help. I have an 02 wrx with stock radiator. There is seepage of coolant on the top. Its not terrible, but I have to drive for the next 2 days until I can get a new radiator. I know this is a common issue with this radiator, so Im upgrading to aluminum, but not until Monday. Do you guys think its safe to drive on for a day and a half? mostly freeway driving, and I'll take it easy. I have some coolant in the trunk in case I run low. But what are the chances of catastrophic radiator failure that strands me at the side of the road? let me know your thoughts. Thanks !!!!
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Im going to say your chances of catastrophic failure are high. It might only be leaking/seeping out a little now, but it will probably get much worse as you continue to drive it.

Its not worth risking your motor.
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Call 1-800-radiator and call it a day. Or buy an aftermarket alum. As long as it's not on ebay.
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Getting a new radiator today....thanks everyone !!
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