Radiator aux cooler: Leaking fittings
1995 Tioga Montara Class C on a Ford E-350 chassis, 460 V8, E4OD transmission
Has recently started weeping fluid at both connections to the auxiliary cooler. Just a few drops have slid down and are hanging on the line that runs horizontally below and behind the radiator. No detectable drop in fluid level, yet.
Recent switch to synthetic may be a little too slick for the old connections. Strange that both are apparently weeping equally, not just one.
Can anyone identify the brand of cooler in case I need to replace the lines? I have posted photos here:
http://bit.ly/2RZEajn
Also getting the specs will help me decide whether I want to upgrade to a new and higher capacity cooler.
The Hayden chart implies cooler ATF is a very good investment: Hayden chart
Meanwhile...the left hose clamp is not loose at all. Very tight. And the photos suggest the leak is actually above the clamp, at the fitting.
Next step would seem to tighten the fitting just a bit.
Constructive suggestions welcome. Thank you.
Has recently started weeping fluid at both connections to the auxiliary cooler. Just a few drops have slid down and are hanging on the line that runs horizontally below and behind the radiator. No detectable drop in fluid level, yet.
Recent switch to synthetic may be a little too slick for the old connections. Strange that both are apparently weeping equally, not just one.
Can anyone identify the brand of cooler in case I need to replace the lines? I have posted photos here:
http://bit.ly/2RZEajn
Also getting the specs will help me decide whether I want to upgrade to a new and higher capacity cooler.
The Hayden chart implies cooler ATF is a very good investment: Hayden chart
Meanwhile...the left hose clamp is not loose at all. Very tight. And the photos suggest the leak is actually above the clamp, at the fitting.
Next step would seem to tighten the fitting just a bit.
Constructive suggestions welcome. Thank you.
