Radiator leak?
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Radiator leak?
Hello all,
I have noticed that my radiator has a leak that has been growing more and more.
What are my options for replacement?
And quick side question... If I put an electric fan on my truck will my mileage get better? If so by how much?
Thanks,
-Bryan
I have noticed that my radiator has a leak that has been growing more and more.
What are my options for replacement?
And quick side question... If I put an electric fan on my truck will my mileage get better? If so by how much?
Thanks,
-Bryan
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Depends on what type of driving you do. If you regularly drive short trips, the fan won't spin during warmup and can help a bit with MPG's. If you drive alot on the highway (or cruise above 40-50mph regularly), the fan won't need to spin and can also help a bit with MPG's. Don't go thinking you're going to get an extra 2-3 MPG. You'd be very lucky to recoup your investment within a year a two.
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That would be my first course of action. If it can't be repaired I would then look into replacing it.
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$110 w/ free shipping. Has to be cheaper than any repair and I just bolted one right into my truck.
Your old radiator will probably bring you at least another $30 in scrap.
$110 w/ free shipping. Has to be cheaper than any repair and I just bolted one right into my truck.
Your old radiator will probably bring you at least another $30 in scrap.
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Wow. She musta been really, really mad! 
2x...
An electric fan over a mechanical one is worth a few HP. It won't noticeably increase mileage IMO. A happy medium is a clutch fan.
And if you don't have a fan shroud, then I recommend ya get one unless yer in Alaska or Canada.
An electric fan over a mechanical one is worth a few HP. It won't noticeably increase mileage IMO. A happy medium is a clutch fan.
And if you don't have a fan shroud, then I recommend ya get one unless yer in Alaska or Canada.
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