Plastic fin broke on the side of my radiator

2005 SATURN ION
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FLORIDAPHOENIX
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What epoxy can I use to reseal a crack in the plastic on the side of my radiator?
Jan 13, 2019 at 9:28 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Good morning,

You can try using either PC7 or JB weld.

You have a very low possibility of it working. The correct repair is replacing the radiator. I understand it is about economics but this would be very temporary at best.

Roy
Jan 13, 2019 at 9:37 AM
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FLORIDAPHOENIX
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I would but the car is going off the road in July, permanently unfortunately.
Jan 13, 2019 at 9:39 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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Give it a shot. All parts stores carry both products.

Roy
Jan 13, 2019 at 9:53 AM