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flatford39 · 07-15-2014, 05:09 PM

If you develop a leak in the radiator I have been successful in getting home by rubbing bar soap into the leak. And never pour fresh water into an engine that is overheated while it is NOT RUNNING. If you shut it off wait until the motor cools before you add additional water.

07-15-2014, 05:09 PM	#5
flatford39 Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: NE Illinois Posts: 499	Re: Emergency: How to run with broken radiator or water pump? If you develop a leak in the radiator I have been successful in getting home by rubbing bar soap into the leak. And never pour fresh water into an engine that is overheated while it is NOT RUNNING. If you shut it off wait until the motor cools before you add additional water.