butch burton wrote:
> Just had a radiator replaced in a 97 accord - the first replacement
> radiator leaked - Modine made in Mexico and now I discovered the
> replacement is leaking around the drain cock or through the drain cock.
> The plastic valve in the drain cock was fairly loose. Is finger tight
> enough and is there anything you can do to keep these things from
> leaking.
>
> I think the mechanic - who was in a big hurry to get the job finished
> just did not tighten the thing.
>
> Any input would be appreciated.
>
> thanks
>
common problem is over tightening - strips plastic plug threads so they
can't hold properly under pressure. more likely that's what's happened.

remove plug [keep finger over hole to prevent total coolant loss] and
examine threads. if damaged or stretched, buy a new plug and /gently/
screw back in. the rubber gasket makes the seal, not thread pressure.