860 radiator drip

John Weber · Aug 9, 2012

My 860 radiator is acting strange. This spring it leaked out all the fluid (water and antifreeze) by a slight drip. Could not see where it was dripping. I filled it with water. No, drip. Drove it for maybe an hour brush cutting. No drip. After second time I drove it, there was the drip again. Filled it, no drip. Drove it, rototilling. No drip. Drove it again, rototilling, drip again. Duh. Still can"t see where it is. Would rather not replace radiator at this time $$$$. Suggestions? Aluma Seal? Other stuff?

LeoinMI · Aug 9, 2012

You can use "Stopleak" in the radiator, which is just one of several brands for sealing radiator leaks, and that may seal it. Or,.. you could have it pressure tested to see exactly where the leak is. That way you can determine if you can have it fixed or if it actually needs replacing. I just had my radiator fixed or my NAA and it isn't cheap.
John B in Indiana on this site, has a radiator out of a Ford 600 that he would sell you. It was re-done and should fit your 860. Might be worth looking into. His ph# is 1-260-625-3152.
Good Luck,
Leo

souNdguy · Aug 9, 2012

check hoses.. sometimes they leak at eh connection tot he water pump.

check pump and fan hub.. might be leaking there.

pressure test kit at harbor freight is very cheap. good to own.

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Ed H.-OH · Aug 9, 2012

Hoses etc. Will seep in cold weather as they shrink up, Soon as it warms up they stop. Tighten and or replace hoses and connections. Pressure check for leaks , make. sure it's not going in the oil pan as antifreeze will take all the bearings out. If you don't find any leaks it should be fine. Watch the level till it proves it's self. - ed

souNdguy · Aug 9, 2012

hopefully if he's already gone thru a rad full of water.. he'd have noticed if he was 2g high of emulsified oil in his crankcase..

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