Radiator leak

NORTHGABOY

MEMBER
2003 BMW 530I
3.0L
6 CYL
RWD
AUTOMATIC
110,000 MILES

A week ago, I had to replace the thermostat on my 2003 BMW 530i, and unfortunately during this process I accidentally broke the little L-nipple that is on the top driver's side of the radiator (the one that the hose connects to that runs to the coolant reservoir tank). Also during the process, I broke one of the little tabs on top beside it as well. I tried to JB Weld it back, but have since noticed a real small leak. I finally found & ordered a couple new fittings (part #: 17 11 0 419 132) and I was wondering if it is possible to remove the JB Weld and replace this fitting without having to replace the entire radiator?

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CJ MEDEVAC

MECHANIC
11,005 POSTS

ANYTHINGS IS WORTH A TRY!

IF YOU GET IN A BIND, THIS LOOKS TO BE YOUR ANIMAL

http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/p/carquest-radiator-432526/20920066-P?searchTerm=radiator

JEEPERS! (THAT WOULD BE MY CHOICE IN A RIDE!)

MAYBE THIS WILL SAVE YOU $40 IF THINGS SEEM TO TURN SOUR

https://www.2carpros.com/questions/2001-dodge-neon-milage-just-want-put-fliuds-their-locations

A124 MAY STILL WORK, TRT41 WORKS IF YOU PASS THE $100 MARK (TRT41 WORKED FOR ME RECENTLY)

DO A DRY RUN THRU THE CHECKOUT TO INSURE THE CODE STILL WORKS

LEMME KNOW IF THIS HELPS

THE MEDIC

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