On Tue, 11 Nov 2003 19:48:55 -0500, "xxxxxxxx"
<carpediem@netrover.com> wrote:

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>"Bill G" <niobrara969@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>news:3l40rvotb91huin2jh5neoepv2bloee4bq@4ax.com.. .
>> I have a 92 Accord LX with the 4 cylinder, 4-spd automatic, and 130K
>> miles.
>>
>>
>> I noticed today that about 5" of the seam along the upper radiator
>> tank is split and leaking badly. Can this be repaired or is my best
>> bet to simply replace the radiator? Is there anything particularly
>> difficult about replacing the radiator on this car? I don't yet have a
>> service manual, unfortunately, but tools and experience (on other
>> vehicles) isn't a problem.
>>
>I had to replace mine at abpout the same milage (220,000.kilometeres)Better
>to replace .Its old and has already gone in one area , if you repair that
>problem it is sure to spring a leak elsewhere not too far down the road.
>Replace your upper and lower rad hoses at the same time along with the
>antifreeze if necessary.
>ed/ontario

Since the antifreeze is basically drained anyway, it makes sense to
flush and fill with fresh stuff. I'll take a close look at the hoses
and thermostat, too. Thanks.

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Bill