Time for a new radiator?

[Martin]

I'm guessing this is bad:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVWiC600xJ4

[kung fu jesus]

Wow! I guess that car lived at redline a little too long previously, huh? ;)

[Martin]

Oh? Did x-wing let you drive it?

:lol:

[RotorNutFD3S]

Nah, a little JB Weld and you'll be as good as new!!!

[atank]

Its not leaking is it??

[kung fu jesus]

If it's brass, it should be repairable.

[Agent☣Orange]

I'm old-school duct tape on this one.

[Martin]

I'm gonna go with JB Weld with a duct tape backup :lol:

No, it's not leaking.

[j slow]

Hey Martin, if the JB-Weld doesn't do the trick (though it should), you could make a small L shaped bracket to hold the radiator right againts the rad support.

[WASABI]

I hear those Italians run HOT! Looks like your weld gave way. Did you check the rest of the system? How are the other mounts? The coolant itself?

A couple choices... remove and have a local shop weld it back up, JB weld, or get a sweet aluminum aftermarket replacement.

Good luck.

[kung fu jesus]

I was thinking you may be able to braze the bracket back on?

[fwdtamiya]

I've had a radiator like that, happens with vibration, time and heat. NBD :P

[Martin]

The other mounts look good, as does the rest of the system. Coolant is good, no leaks anywhere.

I'm gonna wait until the temp goes up a few degrees then JB Weld it. Supposed to be in the upper 50s here this weekend.

[Martin]

100+ miles and the JB Weld is holding. Yay.

[kung fu jesus]

If you're hard up, and want an upgrade, some Miata vendors may be doing Black Friday or Cyber Monday sales.

[Hyper]

If you're hard up, and want an upgrade, some Miata vendors may be doing Black Friday or Cyber Monday sales.

or you (Martin)can make me an offer on the Twin-cooler. It is still for sale.