I was changing out my top radiator hose on my MPV and ended up taking a small chunk of plastic from the nipple (about the size of my pinky finger nail). I put everything back together, and so far so good, but I'm wondering whether I should worry.
If the hose completely covers the chipped area, it's probably okay for now...though the plastic being that brittle would concern me.
I would keep an eye on it. Look at it frequently. There could be very small cracks in the plastic that aren't leaking yet, but may start to after repeated cycles of heating up and pressurizing.
Unfortunately, replacing the radiator on these vans is kind of a pain.
Sorry... Couldn't resist... We are on the internet afterall...
Years ago at work we had a parts girl and asking her for a radiator petcock made going to work worth it. She would repeat pet cock and just start laughing ,it was fun.
Originally Posted By: 01rangerxl
If the hose completely covers the chipped area, it's probably okay for now...though the plastic being that brittle would concern me.
I would keep an eye on it. Look at it frequently. There could be very small cracks in the plastic that aren't leaking yet, but may start to after repeated cycles of heating up and pressurizing.
Unfortunately, replacing the radiator on these vans is kind of a pain.