MX3 V6 radiator issue

[concealer404]

Hey guys, didn't feel like joining an MX3 specific forum for one quick question, sooo....

The parts car has a leak from the housing that holds the radiator pressure cap. There's a ring seal that goes in that housing, (i guess the housing is two pieces.) and it seems to be bad.

Does anyone either 1) have a spare, or 2) know where i can get just that ring seal?

Here's a thread with more details if anyone cares to help.

http://grassrootsmotorsports.com/forum/grm/mazda-18-v6/22467/page1/

Thanks in advance!

[concealer404]

Bumpage.

I'm leaving on the 11th to go pick this thing up, and it's gotta make a LONG drive back.

[Ace]

the seal should come with a radiator cap if its the one I'm thinking about

[concealer404]

It's not the seal that's right up with the radiator cap. Seems the housing that comes off the radiator is a separate part. It's the seal that goes between the housing and the radiator neck i guess?

If that comes with the radiator cap, that would be awesome. So there would be the cap, and then another seal that comes with it?

[Ace]

the pressurized cap on the housing by block is leaking? And i'm not too sure whats leaking, picture?

[concealer404]

See how the radiator cap is on a housing separate from the radiator? It's the housing seal, not the cap itself. The link in the first post may explain it better...

[Ace]

hmm. like someone in there said, if its just an o ring go to a harware or plumbing store and see what you can get. if not then maybe some waterpump sealant RTV

[concealer404]

I'm thinking about just putting some rubber around it and cranking a t-bar clamp on it.

I'm only going to drive this thing once.

[D323]

if its once (read to get home), JB weld will hold it for a short trip, but I would not use it on a daily basis.

But then it will have to be replaced for a proper fix.

[concealer404]

if its once (read to get home), JB weld will hold it for a short trip, but I would not use it on a daily basis.

But then it will have to be replaced for a proper fix.

It's not really a short trip... Probably a good 6-7 hour drive.

[davmac]

JB weld with 1 - 2 hose clamps should hold just fine. If the cooling system is in good shape that part only needs to hold 14 - 16 psi. Take a look at this thread last post . Apparently silicone, 2 nuts and bolts and 2 muffler clamps have been successful in holding that piece together for over 2 years!

If I score a working piece at a salvage yard I’ll let you know. $2 plus shipping for peace of mind on your drive.

[monoxidechild]

mazda is the only place ive got it before. its like $6 bux. only took them 2 days to get it also.