Radiator problem

2007 LEXUS RX 350
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GABBYDELGADO1769
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The cap to my radiator has an outgoing plastic piece to a hose that hose has disconnected due to the piece that was connected that was plastic has broken or melted or disconnected. is there anyway I can fix it without replacing the whole radiator itself?
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Nov 7, 2017 at 12:08 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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I don't think so. I have had to replace many a radiator for that reason. That is a pressure connection and no type of epoxy will hold.
Nov 7, 2017 at 2:44 PM
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GABBYDELGADO1769
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I had a mechanic come and check it out and yes that part is and was replaced. it is called, coolant filler neck for anyone who also needs help.
Nov 7, 2017 at 6:09 PM
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You can repair this kind of repair if you drill and thread a brass hose fitting into the end of the hole on the neck. I have never seen a replaceable filler neck but there is always a first.

Here is a guide on what you are in for when replacing the radiator:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-radiator

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken
Nov 9, 2017 at 2:52 PM