been using a drop of water from going to Stonelee now can see a drip under the frount seems to be the rad .
Am i being silly putting some rad sealer in to try to stop ??
Richard
rad leak
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Rule 1 - Is that you need to think very carefully before posting anything technical or asking anything technical relating to the security system of the car - See 'Security Issues' sticky for more info.
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Because advice is honestly and freely given in this technical section, much of it will be amateur experienced based, so any information is given in good faith and is not guaranteed as correct.
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Re: rad leak
If the radiator is leaking, get it replaced as soon as you can.
Rad sealer only covers up the problem but does not fix it.
Water leaks on the F/TF need to be resolved quickly before they possibly do major damage to the engine if the cooling system gives way.
Rad sealer only covers up the problem but does not fix it.
Water leaks on the F/TF need to be resolved quickly before they possibly do major damage to the engine if the cooling system gives way.
1998 MGF VVC, 2001 Trophy 160 & 2013 MG6 GT TSE
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richard1951
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Re: rad leak
yes kieth i know and they not expensive only £50 thought would be a lot more than that .
So get one tomorow
Richard
So get one tomorow
Richard
Re: rad leak
Be careful not to break the sidelight tangs on removal. If you do then embed the lights in Silicone Rubber.
Geoff F.
Geoff F.
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richard1951
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Re: rad leak
thanks Geoff will do
Re: rad leak
For often a lot less than £50 (which will buy you a new but mild steel radiator), a secondhand aluminium radiator from an MGTF is a better solution IMHO. While there should be a few years in a new mild steel radiator before the questionmark of rust arises again, would you not feel better fitting something that simply does not rust? And which might be cheaper too 
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Re: rad leak
If you are planning to keep the car long term, then the alloy rad is a no-brainer. Otherwise, a mild steel rad will be fine. Or which ever is the cheaper option 