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churchy



Member Since: 28 Jul 2011
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2007 Defender 110 Puma 2.4 XS CSW Java Black
Possible leak
Hi all,

Identified a small dried coolant stain down the side of the radiator today. Have always had to top up coolant since owning the wagon not much just every now and then.Got a 300 mile trip tomorrow so will top up before I leave and carry some water but wondered if worth stopping off and putting some radweld type stuff in like wynns rad stop leak or just keep monitoring levels until the service on the 15th? Will order a new cap for the expansion tank anyway but have a feeling I have already replaced this a while back.

thank you!
Post #581698 30th Nov 2016 6:54pm
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ickle



Member Since: 22 Jul 2010
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Keep topping up, I don't think modern engines like rad weld etc. chokes the galleries and causes hot spots in heads etc....

I've had a tiny leak on the heater valve for five years, takes a cupful every 6 months!
Post #581780 30th Nov 2016 10:18pm
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custom90



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Yes, as I was advised correctly here too - don't use any radiator fix stuff, if it's very minor leave it alone.
You can change the cap if you like, it may help and little money to use.

Keep topping up for now, if it gets bad you'll soon know then it'll be time for an actual fix.
As suggested, you'll probably go on for years no problem.

Keep an eye on it for topping up purposes, other than that I wouldn't worry. NEVER SURRENDER! ⛽️🛢️👨‍🔧🧰⚙️ RED, WHITE & BOOST! 🇬🇧
Post #581783 30th Nov 2016 10:35pm
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churchy



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Great thank you.
Post #581819 1st Dec 2016 12:29am
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