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Radiator leak

I have a 1997 Holiday Rambler diesel pusher 3126B caterpillar on Freighliner chassis (SOB) and have a slight radiator leak. Does anyone know where in the Merced,Ca.area that I could have the radiator changed if worse come to worse.
Thanks in advance Bill :( :(
Wild Bill Colston
1997 Class A Towing 2016 ford F150 XLT extended cab with Golf cart in 8 ft bed or a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Retired Aircraft Maint Tech A&P Line Crew Chief
Pilots lisc--------Commercial and Multi Eng

Re: Radiator leak

Reply #1 –
Would Bars Leak work.
2025 Wanderbox Outpost 32 on F600 Expedition Motorhome
2015 Born Free Royal Splendor on Ford 550 nonslide version  for sale
Former Coaches  covering. 360,000 miles
1999 34 U270
2000 36 U320
2001 42' double slide U320
2018 Jeep Rubicon

Re: Radiator leak

Reply #2 –
It might, but it could also clog some of the smaller coolant passages.

Better to fix the problem-- unless this is a very small leak.
Brett Wolfe
EX: 1993 U240
Moderator, ForeForum 2001-
Moderator Diesel RV Club 2002-
Moderator, FMCA Forum 2009-2020
Chairman FMCA Technical Advisory Committee 2011-2020

Re: Radiator leak

Reply #3 –
I have used Bars Leak and worked like a charm. Saved me $4000.
Peter and Tammy Fleming
1991 U300 GV 40 - Sold, owned for 4 years
Downsized to Roadtrek Popular 210 class B

Re: Radiator leak

Reply #4 –
It might get him to someplace that can fix it that he knows.
2025 Wanderbox Outpost 32 on F600 Expedition Motorhome
2015 Born Free Royal Splendor on Ford 550 nonslide version  for sale
Former Coaches  covering. 360,000 miles
1999 34 U270
2000 36 U320
2001 42' double slide U320
2018 Jeep Rubicon

Re: Radiator leak

Reply #5 –
Bars leak has worked well for me, I use it routinely and have not suffered any loss of cooling that is detectable.  At some point tho, you will have to pay the piper and get it fixed for real.  Have a great day  ----  Fritz
Fritz & Kathy Johnson
1991 36'

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Quote from: fredsmotorhome –
I have a 1997 Holiday Rambler diesel pusher 3126B caterpillar on Freighliner chassis (SOB) and have a slight radiator leak. Does anyone know where in the Las Vegas, Nv. area that I could have the radiator changed if worse come to worse.
Thanks in advance Bill :( :(

Have you checked all the hose clamps.
The selected media item is not currently available.Bill&Doris 97 U270 36'
University of Parris Island Class of 66
Semper Fi  Build# 5174 MC#17094

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It is not leaking at any hose connections but on drivers side about half way down at about 2 inches from outside making spots on rear of coach and on toad shield.
Bill
Wild Bill Colston
1997 Class A Towing 2016 ford F150 XLT extended cab with Golf cart in 8 ft bed or a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Retired Aircraft Maint Tech A&P Line Crew Chief
Pilots lisc--------Commercial and Multi Eng

Re: Radiator leak

Reply #8 –
I have made an appointment at MOT for repair/replace radiator on 31 March.
Bill
Wild Bill Colston
1997 Class A Towing 2016 ford F150 XLT extended cab with Golf cart in 8 ft bed or a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Retired Aircraft Maint Tech A&P Line Crew Chief
Pilots lisc--------Commercial and Multi Eng

Re: Radiator leak

Reply #9 –
 :) Parked at MOT awaiting a new radiator to arrive and be installed.
Bill
Wild Bill Colston
1997 Class A Towing 2016 ford F150 XLT extended cab with Golf cart in 8 ft bed or a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Retired Aircraft Maint Tech A&P Line Crew Chief
Pilots lisc--------Commercial and Multi Eng

Re: Radiator leak

Reply #10 –
Radiator had to be ordered, then it was a very difficult job, all is well after 10 days I am on my way home with no leaks.
Bill :) :)
Wild Bill Colston
1997 Class A Towing 2016 ford F150 XLT extended cab with Golf cart in 8 ft bed or a 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
Retired Aircraft Maint Tech A&P Line Crew Chief
Pilots lisc--------Commercial and Multi Eng

Re: Radiator leak

Reply #11 –
Glad it is done.  I replaced mine in my 99 it took a long day to do it once it came in.
2025 Wanderbox Outpost 32 on F600 Expedition Motorhome
2015 Born Free Royal Splendor on Ford 550 nonslide version  for sale
Former Coaches  covering. 360,000 miles
1999 34 U270
2000 36 U320
2001 42' double slide U320
2018 Jeep Rubicon

Re: Radiator leak

Reply #12 –
Back in the 70's, when auto mfrs went to hotter running engines the radiator solder had to be changed (less tin) due to thermal expansion and contraction of the radiators. Because of ignorance I ended up replacing the radiators in both our vehicles. Turned out the antifreeze "times itself out" after about three years due to higher engine operating temps. Since I now routinely change antifreeze every three years I have never had a problem with a radiator, heator core, or engine freeze plugs leaking of failing.
Hopefully newer antifreeze solutions and solders are much better. Also, I hope Brett can chime in with his expertise, along with others, and possibly prevent premature failures.
Nitehawk,  Demolition Lady, & our NEW master, Zippy the speeding BB cat.
1989 Grand Villa 36' ORED
Oshkosh chassis, 8.2 DD V8
2006 Saturn Vue AWD