Radiator Leak 1999 A4 1.9 Tdi AFN engine

[fantasiagreen]

Whilst dismantling my car to replace the timing belt I noticed my radiator has a minor weeping leak at the bottom left corner. Not so bad that I've noticed coolant on my drive but definitely leaking. I'm going to fit a new radiator now rather than letting it get any worse, but I was just wondering if this is a common problem with these cars?

Cheers
Andrew

[johno]

ive just bought a new rad myself having the same issues is it a hard job to do replacing rad


johno

[fantasiagreen]

Nope!

I had the front panel in the "service position" as I was replacing the cambelt but I don't know if this is necessary for changing the radiator. Would guess not.

This post (http://www.vwaudiforum.co.uk/forum/showthread.php?t=37679&highlight=radiator) is about changing the fan but it gives lots of info on removing the radiator.

Andrew

[pauloliver]

Just out of interest, whats wrong with using some rad weld? If the hole is that small it would save money? Unless there are some issues i don't know about using the stuff, please fill me in if so!

[johno]

replaced rad today about 1hr 30 mins cant believe how easy it was from tut below thx guys


johno