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dma05 · 07-18-2021, 06:57 PM

I was installing a harness and I accidentally put too much pressure on this hose (eval hose?). The plastic nipple broke. My question is do I need to replace the radiator now or can I use some Gorilla Glue or JB Weld to re-attach it?

Thanks

G8One2 · 07-18-2021, 07:06 PM

If it were me, I'd replace the radiator. Gluing that on will likely be nothing but problems.

G8One2 · 07-18-2021, 07:07 PM

You "might" be able to thread a 1/4" npt hose barb into the radiator if you wanted to try and repair it.

Batmanntexas · 07-18-2021, 07:22 PM

^^^^THIS^^^^

dma05 · 07-18-2021, 09:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by G8One2

You "might" be able to thread a 1/4" npt hose barb into the radiator if you wanted to try and repair it.

I went to Lowes and got that fitting, but there isn’t enough room to drill and tap the threads. Looks like a new radiator 😡

gtstorey · 07-19-2021, 07:45 AM

1/8 npt might work

Pearlj10 · 07-19-2021, 09:47 AM

I have a V6 and the drain peacock was stripped out. So after much searching, I went with the C&R all aluminum radiator. They used to supply most of the NASCAR folks and so far I’m happy. Hard to beat purchasing what was a $1k radiator for $225. They’re trying to get rid of old stock, thus the pricing.

https://www.crracing.com/product/che...8-oe-fit-w-toc

redrum_maro · 07-19-2021, 06:46 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Pearlj10

I have a V6 and the drain peacock was stripped out. So after much searching, I went with the C&R all aluminum radiator. They used to supply most of the NASCAR folks and so far I’m happy. Hard to beat purchasing what was a $1k radiator for $225. They’re trying to get rid of old stock, thus the pricing.

https://www.crracing.com/product/che...8-oe-fit-w-toc

This seems really great. I'll have to look more into them

dma05 · 07-20-2021, 02:03 AM

I already purchased an OEM radiator. Going to install it this weekend. BUT, I did find this video and may try it on my broken radiator to keep it as a backup.

https://youtu.be/LhlvgD9Qxlk

Thanks!

Speeddmn · 07-25-2021, 04:20 PM

I did the same thing, only i broke mine installing my fans... ordered an oem off amazon for under 100.

dma05 · 07-25-2021, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Speeddmn

I did the same thing, only i broke mine installing my fans... ordered an oem off amazon for under 100.

I just got my new one installed today. Took about 4 hours due to some of the Heartbeat Supercharger reservoir/hoses in the way.

wasthatacop? · 07-28-2021, 08:42 AM

I would try and repair it first.

07-18-2021, 06:57 PM	#1
dma05 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Azusa, CA Posts: 360	Oops! New radiator or??? I was installing a harness and I accidentally put too much pressure on this hose (eval hose?). The plastic nipple broke. My question is do I need to replace the radiator now or can I use some Gorilla Glue or JB Weld to re-attach it? Thanks Attached Images __________________ Allen 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS

07-18-2021, 07:22 PM	#4
Batmanntexas Drives: 2012 Camaro SS (2SS) Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Stafford, VA Posts: 1,372 View My Garage	^^^^THIS^^^^ __________________ 745RWHP/634RWTQ on 93 @ 10psi 806/676 on E85 @ 10psi COTW 9/8/14

07-20-2021, 02:03 AM	#9
dma05 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Azusa, CA Posts: 360	I already purchased an OEM radiator. Going to install it this weekend. BUT, I did find this video and may try it on my broken radiator to keep it as a backup. https://youtu.be/LhlvgD9Qxlk Thanks! __________________ Allen 2011 Camaro 2SS/RS

07-28-2021, 08:42 AM	#12
wasthatacop? Drives: 2010 2SS Join Date: Apr 2017 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 360 View My Garage	I would try and repair it first. __________________ 2010 2SS living in Los Angeles replaced engine @ 93,000 miles w/ crate engine, camshaft by Comp Cams installed by me, replaced valve train parts, 1.4" BMR lowering springs ZL1 factory rims misc: drilled and slotted rotors, fresh air brake cooling system, new speakers, installed reverse camera, muffler delete

07-18-2021, 07:06 PM	#2
G8One2 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 492	If it were me, I'd replace the radiator. Gluing that on will likely be nothing but problems.

07-18-2021, 07:07 PM	#3
G8One2 Drives: 2014 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Metro Detroit Posts: 492	You "might" be able to thread a 1/4" npt hose barb into the radiator if you wanted to try and repair it.

07-19-2021, 07:45 AM	#6
gtstorey Drives: 2010 Camaro SS2,L99, LSA SC Join Date: Aug 2017 Location: Huntsville, AL Posts: 2,143	1/8 npt might work

07-19-2021, 09:47 AM	#7
Pearlj10 Drives: 2011 Camaro 2LT Join Date: Oct 2018 Location: Az Posts: 367	I have a V6 and the drain peacock was stripped out. So after much searching, I went with the C&R all aluminum radiator. They used to supply most of the NASCAR folks and so far I’m happy. Hard to beat purchasing what was a $1k radiator for $225. They’re trying to get rid of old stock, thus the pricing. https://www.crracing.com/product/che...8-oe-fit-w-toc

07-25-2021, 04:20 PM	#10
Speeddmn Drives: Chevy Silverado Join Date: Jul 2020 Location: Helena, MT Posts: 40	I did the same thing, only i broke mine installing my fans... ordered an oem off amazon for under 100.