Bars Leaks Radiator And Heater Core Stop Leak How To Use And Review

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  • In this video I show how I use and review the Bars Leaks Radiator And Heater Core Stop Leak on our 2002 Chrysler 300m. I also have follow up videos about this product and how it worked for us on my channel. If you are interested and have time, please check those videos out. Thanks for watching!
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  • @cowsongs
    @cowsongs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +86

    I used this years ago on a 1998 Chevy full size pickup that had a slight fluid leak in the intake manifold (a common problem, where it would let coolant leak through to the crankcase). I was skeptical, but one jar of Bars leaks and amazingly, it stopped the leak and I drove that truck for years after that. The leak never came back, never had any trouble with the engine.

    • @stuff1784
      @stuff1784 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      YEARS?! Wow!!

    • @paoladiaz2908
      @paoladiaz2908 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Car caught fire after use of this

    • @LifeWithOG1
      @LifeWithOG1 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Really?

    • @fuckdonaldtrumphissupporte6288
      @fuckdonaldtrumphissupporte6288 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@paoladiaz2908😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @ModernWorld.
      @ModernWorld. 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@paoladiaz2908you probably put it in when your car was still hot or you put the whole bottle in at once and you had a small leak and it clogged your thermostat shut

  • @dougmorgan9168
    @dougmorgan9168 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    In the old days ( like 1995) Bar's Stop Leak was still a tube of powder the size of a roll of quarters. I had a small wreck in my VW Rabbit Pickup and the plastic radiator was leaking. I installed Bars and drove for a couple more years, changed coolant and leak returned. Another tube of Bars and it was still holding when sold a few years later. I love this stuff!

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Thanks for watching and the cool story!

    • @MrJoey478
      @MrJoey478 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@ToddsGarage Your welcome. But here's the latest. I finally got the Leak fixed a few days ago in Texas. It was my water Pump that gave out. But the leaking started back just a few days before. So do I recommend stop leak Heck Yeah. I even brought another bottle after I got the repair job done shoot. Fish on.

    • @Phuong_Nguyen_
      @Phuong_Nguyen_ 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@MrJoey478which one? The one on this video ?

  • @acgladden993
    @acgladden993 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the info for stopping radiator leakage

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, I appriciate it!

  • @visioninprint
    @visioninprint 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Worked great for me with a large RV radiator

  • @davidwattie7032
    @davidwattie7032 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

    Definitely works! 2015 Freightliner all leaks stopped after a long drive.

    • @ralikk13
      @ralikk13 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Did you Apply it directly to the reservoir ? I have a Peterbilt and it’s radiator is leaking

    • @blackwomanorangecat
      @blackwomanorangecat 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@ralikk13 the directions tell you where to put it. If you can't put directly in radiator then put in coolant tank. Most likely they are connected.

  • @TruthSeeeker777
    @TruthSeeeker777 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Im glad it worked. Goingvto try this for my heater core. Concerned it will cause ussues latter by clogging radiator or thermostat.

  • @MrJoey478
    @MrJoey478 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Let me tell you all something, I have a Big Rig 2016 Prostar International and Somewhere by the water pump area not sure exactly where at 1st the leak wasn't bad than a month later up until yesterday the leak was kind of bad having to add a whole bottle A Day. Went to Walmart brought 2 50/50 coolants plus one of them Bar's stop leak, engine wasn't hot, removed the cap poured the whole leak stop in, topped it off with coolant and hauled ass! Next morning (today) I said let me add some 50/50, NOPE didn't need it, Got Damnit that shit work. Don't see any dripping like before either. I don't even remember shaking it up like dude did in the video. I shook it up a little. I recommend this product. Everyone's case is different, but I know I have to get it to the shop asap. (UPDATE) A month plus later, & still no leaks! What i do notice probably because I didn't shake the bottle thoroughly is my Reservoir needs cleaning. A film has risen to the topish part of it. I'm going to let some Coolant out remove the Reservoir Myself it's Easy, high pressure clean it, re flush it with water, add Coolant clean dirty engine & boogie on down the Road to my Pick-up.

    • @waypoet2609
      @waypoet2609 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I bet it still works good

    • @mw3gamey
      @mw3gamey หลายเดือนก่อน

      Its makes u feel good, same problem same reaction

  • @c431inf
    @c431inf 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Stuff works , leaking heater core in my 08 explorer put it in 6 years ago still holding

  • @joshuacampodonico6554
    @joshuacampodonico6554 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a 2010. Lincoln Town Car Executive L with a heater core that failed 4.6 lt v8 I had coolant dumping out car overheating my car used 4 bottles of this stuff I’ve been driving 8 months on it 18,000 miles so far. It works but when you repair it you want to flush all fluids that are connected to your cooling system.

  • @MarcWhitaker
    @MarcWhitaker 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Two pin-hole leaks in the top of the radiator on my 1987 Toyota pick-up. I'll be picking some of this stuff up at the auto parts store tomorrow. Thanks!

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Marc and thanks for watching! Good luck, hope it works for you.

  • @harryosbornjr
    @harryosbornjr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Use this today worked like a charm (so far). Use the whole bottle and filled the rest of the way with coolant. Idled it for 20 mintues and drove for another 20 mintues. It was leaking for the first 20 while idling but after the 20 mintuie drive it had stopped dripping completely. Checked the coolant level after I turned off the engine and let it cool off for a while and it was full.

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for watching and the feedback!

    • @vh8765
      @vh8765 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      How is it doing today?

  • @eileenwhite9525
    @eileenwhite9525 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Thank you so much you help me to make a good decision on why my car was overheating

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching!

  • @stuff1784
    @stuff1784 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    THANK YOU FOR THIS!!!

  • @jhoncaponeofficial4407
    @jhoncaponeofficial4407 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just bought a monster 1992 Lexus LS 400 and my only problem is a radiator leak 🤦🏾 I will definitely buy some today thank u so much 🙏 I just hope it works so I can save money in the mean time to get a new radiator

    • @adrayn2
      @adrayn2 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did it work?

  • @brettcollette8405
    @brettcollette8405 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you so much i have 2009 nissan maxima i had a on going coolant leak and it was ammoy8ngnhsving to fill my coolant up alllll the time, i was gonna go replace the part but i saw this and 1 bottle in my 6 cylinder worked right away i did it exactly the way u did n it worked!!!! Thank you

    • @aussd5036
      @aussd5036 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Do u add coolant before adding the stop leak bottle?

    • @aussd5036
      @aussd5036 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @brettcollette8405

  • @mitchelldavid2916
    @mitchelldavid2916 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Siiick!! Bought some the other day was just nervous about using it haha. Thanks for the video!

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, I appreciate it!

  • @bryanlongnecker1454
    @bryanlongnecker1454 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks! Very helpful...

  • @brettcollette8405
    @brettcollette8405 ปีที่แล้ว

    This stuff works great!!!!

  • @GodskidUr1
    @GodskidUr1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    This just helped get me home 30 minutes away. My radiator kept leaking and car was over heating and shutting off because of it.

    • @demontegreene4328
      @demontegreene4328 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you replace the radiator or just used this?

    • @mygoogle1266
      @mygoogle1266 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@demontegreene4328 I'm assuming he tried this first. Like most ...wanting to save $$. But this Brand saved my blown head gasket.. & I know if the 1st time doesn't work.. you should put a 2nd bottle in. ALSO FLUSHING THE RADIATOR REALLLLLLY SHULD BE DONE!! Adding it can help. But all the info I read..had much better results if they flushed iit

    • @kozcyk2794
      @kozcyk2794 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So do i empty out all my coolant & add the whole bottle or 2 ?​@@mygoogle1266

    • @user-sd1hd8ts2h
      @user-sd1hd8ts2h หลายเดือนก่อน

      I'ma try it my 02 Chevy s10 is leaking from the manifold gasket and replacing the gasket is a lot of work I'ma just put a little bit in at a time see what happens

  • @jennahennasay
    @jennahennasay ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Do I add coolant first then the stop leak? I believe there's not enough coolant left.

  • @Jayturner715
    @Jayturner715 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So do we put it in the radiator or the antifreeze cup? I have a 2012 rt durango and mine started overheating today and leaking just want to know before I start working on it

  • @empressdawnsomerville1101
    @empressdawnsomerville1101 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you ❤

  • @kozcyk2794
    @kozcyk2794 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    So do I empty out some of the coolant to the point I can add the whole bottle ?

  • @frankieherrera5794
    @frankieherrera5794 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Nice video. First one that pulled up when i searched it... Okay now wish me luck im gonna do it rightnow on my car 🤞🏽

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, Good luck!

    • @xpenocka
      @xpenocka 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did it work lol?

  • @GOOOOTTTEEMMM
    @GOOOOTTTEEMMM 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +9

    It specifically says ( shake well and pour directly into radiator.)
    Do not pack all the pellets at once in the radiator. Add some and throw the coolant on top and than add some again and add coolant on top again. That’s how it’s properly done.

    • @blackwomanorangecat
      @blackwomanorangecat 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      It doesn't not say pour DIRECTLY in radiator. It says if you cannot access radiator, then pour in coolant (overflow) tank. The radiator and overflow is all connected anyway.

    • @wesunderwood8443
      @wesunderwood8443 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@blackwomanorangecatbingo

  • @craigirving5540
    @craigirving5540 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could this be used on my leaking windscreen plastic water bottle leaking from a seal I can't get to..

  • @themalaailaanaa1347
    @themalaailaanaa1347 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I have a small weep from one of the coolant hoses that connect into the engine of my Yamaha Vmax1700 V4 on the right side. Its a weep and I'm regularily topping up coolant. Should i use this straight into the reservoir?

  • @jamesgunter7699
    @jamesgunter7699 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks trying it now. While watching your video. For my water pump. 500.00 to repair. 4 dollars for bars stop leak.

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching and good luck. Hope it works for you.

    • @video91614
      @video91614 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey did it work for you

    • @jamesgunter7699
      @jamesgunter7699 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@video91614 It slowed it down drastically. Well worth it.

    • @video91614
      @video91614 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jamesgunter7699 thanks so for responding back to me... I'm getting the stop leak now as we speak 😊

    • @jonathanr28
      @jonathanr28 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jamesgunter7699 is it still working on your car now ?

  • @Mr.Tuccedoff
    @Mr.Tuccedoff ปีที่แล้ว

    So do I pour with antifreeze already in or do I wait

  • @777wick4
    @777wick4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can I use this for a 2002 Silverado ?

  • @JCGhoops
    @JCGhoops 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where you pouring that where the coolant is poured too

  • @basicforge
    @basicforge 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I've owned many cars and faced coolant system issues with most of them. When my 2004 Sienna minivan started leaking from the radiator, I decided to give Bars Leaks radiator sealant a shot, pouring about half the bottle into the coolant reservoir. After taking it for a test spin around the neighborhood, the van began to overheat, prompting a quick return home to investigate. Once the engine had cooled, I discovered a clump of the sealant, a gel-like substance filled with tiny metal particles, right under the coolant system cap (not the coolant reservoir cap). I was able to easily remove it with my fingers. After this minor hiccup, the vehicle no longer overheated, and, impressively, the radiator leak was gone. The experience left me contemplating whether a more thorough shaking of the bottle or perhaps straining the product could prevent such issues. Would I consider using it again in the future? It's a possibility, given the success I ultimately experienced.

  • @fillistercarson7571
    @fillistercarson7571 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My heater stopped working. How do you get this stuff out of there!? I've tried flushing the system twice by professionals but the heater still doesn't work and the glitter is still in the twice changed coolant.

  • @chadjuneau6892
    @chadjuneau6892 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Great video def helped me alot

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching!

    • @BuffaloEskate
      @BuffaloEskate 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you fix your leak? How bad was it.. And where was it located??? I AM TRYING TO SEE WHICH PRODUCT IS BEST FOR A LARGER LEAK DIRECTLY IN THE RADIATOR SOMEWHERE!! ANY INFO OR HELP IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!!!! TY

  • @Altered-By-Christ
    @Altered-By-Christ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    All of a sudden car started leaking on the driver's side... Car overheated and I had to pull into Walmart to allow my car to cool. Went to the Auto Maintenance Dept bought some Bars Leak Stop Leak and followed your Directions... let it idle for 15 min or so and seems to be working so far... I'll check it tomorrow and the next day to make sure I'm good ...

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for watching and posting your feedback!

    • @hexzur9
      @hexzur9 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      What ended up happening???

    • @waypoet2609
      @waypoet2609 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well????

    • @vh8765
      @vh8765 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      How is it working today?

    • @KollynJ
      @KollynJ ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks a lot pale haha

  • @TwonTheDealer
    @TwonTheDealer 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Okay I have a 99 camaro 3.8l v6. and my radiator starting leaking yesterday. I wanna try this stuff before I buy a whole new radiator.. do I pour it directly in the radiator or do I put it in my reservoir? Please and thanks you

    • @jebediahgentry7029
      @jebediahgentry7029 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I have a Grand Prix with the exact same engine with an intake gasket leak and I'm about to try the k seal

  • @wellnesscanceradvocate8564
    @wellnesscanceradvocate8564 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Any updates since using it ? I’m scared now after some people saying it will damage heater core

  • @holly-bg6yf
    @holly-bg6yf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would like an explanation as to why you were not able to pour it into the radiator. Also, do you fill the coolant to the fill line first then pour in?

    • @BradNichols-vo9eo
      @BradNichols-vo9eo 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Because a lot of vehicles now just have a resivour Tank. ✌️

  • @Jdizleman
    @Jdizleman 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I added the stop leak yesterday. Seems like the leak got worse overnight . Am I doing something wrong

  • @trooper326
    @trooper326 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Would this fix a leaking upper seal?

    • @ozgurbozkurt5945
      @ozgurbozkurt5945 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you try it? My radiator leaks from the "seams" on the top. Not sure why. I am planning use it, but a bit hesitant.

  • @TrijayDCKA
    @TrijayDCKA ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I think I missed it, should use the bottle first and then put the coolant in? Or should I put coolant first?

    • @wellnesscanceradvocate8564
      @wellnesscanceradvocate8564 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It said make sure you top it off with coolant to proper level after you put it in .

  • @funkingitup1805
    @funkingitup1805 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did it last?

  • @lr3465
    @lr3465 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Used half recently on my camry but still experiencing small leak so should I use rest of the bottle?

  • @luissuarez2707
    @luissuarez2707 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    So even if there’s coolant in the radiator can you still add it?

  • @ozgurbozkurt5945
    @ozgurbozkurt5945 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Is it just a mechanical seal? for example little particles in the fluid clog up the hole? Or does it also chemically bond (with heat and exposure to air) to the metal/plastic?

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Ozgur, Thanks for watching! I am not sure how it works unfortunately, sorry I can't answer that. I would reach out to the manufacturer for that information.

    • @swisher1849
      @swisher1849 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      its a chemical bond, the temperature difference from the leak is what solidifies it

    • @Dnycest100
      @Dnycest100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really good question

    • @Dnycest100
      @Dnycest100 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ToddsGarage ?

    • @wes1934
      @wes1934 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It fixes the leak by the tiny particles moving into the leak and partially plugging. The rest happens by the coolant coming through and drying up by being exposed to air and creating a slight bond with the additive. So, it's technically the coolant which plugs the leak.

  • @jesseortega4964
    @jesseortega4964 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My 1999 GMC Sierra was leaking coolant from the Radiator. It wasn’t bad enough yo overheat it but it was definitely leaking. I’m a realtor and I took this truck instead of my Armada because we had a advertising event for my brokerage and I needed to take tables, chairs, etc and it was 107 degrees F here in Texas today stopped at a gas station for a monster and boy was there a HUUUUUUGE puddle under my front end. I was like shoot I guess it’s time to buy that 2018 I’ve been wanting if this doesn’t work I stopped at Auto Zone got a bottle and it WORKED. IDK If im happy or not. If it didn’t work my wife would’ve let me buy the 2018🤣🤣 Lol anyways this product worked GREAT on my 349,091 mile 1999 Gmc Sierra with the 4.8l v8 with original Radiator!!😛

  • @franciscomexico7131
    @franciscomexico7131 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I seen to have a small leak in my heater core it smells like antifreeze inside my truck when i turn on the heater will this help ? Thank you

  • @kendalldoyle5938
    @kendalldoyle5938 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    So pour it in the coolant reservoir or the radiator ?

    • @bufferr_
      @bufferr_ หลายเดือนก่อน

      either or. I put it in both

  • @janielramirez9181
    @janielramirez9181 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Best thing is replacing radiator period.

  • @vh8765
    @vh8765 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Am I missing the follow up video to this? I’d like to know how the car is doing today?

  • @BuffaloEskate
    @BuffaloEskate 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Have you tried any of the newer radiator leak sealants such as bars leaks liquid copper... Liquid aluminum... Or 2 part coolant system repair???? I have a decent size leak somewhere in the radiator near the top on the side of it... And was told to use either the Aluminum or 2 part cooling repair... But when i looked on a comparison chart on an auto website the chart only said the liquid copper formula was able to repair LARGE LEAKS?? ... NOW I DO NIT KNOW WEATHER TO TRUST THE BARS LEAK REP OR THE CHART THAT STATES THAT THE LIQUID COPPER IS BEST FOR "LARGER" LEAKS IN THE RADIATOR??? ANY HELP WOULD BE REALLY APPRECIATED!!!!! TY TO WHOEVER MAY TAKE THE TIME TO READ AND REPLY AS ME AND MY FAMILY IS HEAVILY RELYING ON THIS VEHICLE FOR AT LEAST THE NEXT YEAR OR TWO!!!!

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi and thanks for watching! I have not tried those unfortunately, hopefully another viewer has and can give his experience. Good luck and hope you car lasts for years to come!

  • @johntran7021
    @johntran7021 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    does it really work I just put whole bottle in my car coolant .....hope it work geeezw hate overheat

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi and thanks for watching. For us it worked for about a year, I do have some follow up videos on my channel if you want to watch them. I think it just depends on the situation on how well it will or wont work.

  • @wes1934
    @wes1934 ปีที่แล้ว

    could this also be used in a coolant system without leaks for preventative maintenance?

    • @israelfreenation3469
      @israelfreenation3469 ปีที่แล้ว

      If it aint broke don't fix it. That's like spraying a can of fix a flat in your tires every few months for just in case.

    • @wes1934
      @wes1934 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@israelfreenation3469 well not really, but I see your point. did you know car manufacturers put sealant like this in the coolant when cars first come out of factory? speeds up time it takes to reach eng running temp as well as temp regulation after it's running... just some info I found after researching this. fix a flat is terrible, great way to destroy the tire, better to just use a spare.

  • @TheDustinBrann
    @TheDustinBrann 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm scared to put this through my leaky radiator.. will it damage my vehicle?

    • @pyro7602
      @pyro7602 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      No it's been around forever.

  • @anazuniga7859
    @anazuniga7859 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Is the overflow tank full or empty when you pour it in

    • @xenonmerritt5708
      @xenonmerritt5708 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I have this same question

    • @blackwomanorangecat
      @blackwomanorangecat 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It shouldn't matter. You pour it in, add more coolant (car cant run without coolant), turn car on and let idle, let cool and fill car with more coolant and drive. Repeat if it still leaks.

  • @kenmatthews9928
    @kenmatthews9928 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Did you fill your radiator with coolant before using Bar Leaks?

  • @pantelisioannou5673
    @pantelisioannou5673 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i have a large whole in the radiator where i fill the water deposit and it pretty much drains out. Would it be a waste to try this?

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi and thanks for watching! I am not sure unfortunately if this would work for you or not. You might try reaching out to the company and seeing what their advice is. Thanks again for watching!

  • @lormunchieofficial410
    @lormunchieofficial410 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you use it while coolant is in it

    • @RicketyRocket
      @RicketyRocket 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, just add it to your coolant, then top it off with more coolant if it isn't full.

  • @ct7625
    @ct7625 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Used a similar product by Prestone on my 1983 Toyota. Toyota dealer's first question. Did you use stop leak. He told me the engine cooling tubes were plugged resulting in overheating and failure of the head gasket. Change the radiator.

  • @sandrabush6407
    @sandrabush6407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can I put it in the radiator?

    • @garyoldham4449
      @garyoldham4449 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes. Put it in the radiator.
      Don't open the radiator when it's hot!
      Some cars don't have a radiator cap so in those cars you put it in the reservoir. The reservoir becomes pressurized and pushes it into the radiator. It's a miracle.
      I always worry about putting things in the reservoir. Like they might go to the wrong place! How would I know?
      Or just sit there forever. I always wonder did it ever make it to the radiator? What if some clever mechanic switched my hoses around and now it's going to the wrong place?
      I always feel like I have to track down the hose and make sure that it's going from the reservoir tank over to the radiator. Otherwise how will I know? Maybe it goes to the transmission or the gas tank.
      Or on the ground.
      Maybe it goes to the glove box....I better track the hose down and make sure it's going to the radiator!
      Never touch a hot radiator. Never put your fingers in the radiator fan.
      It says coolant reservoir.... but why doesn't it just say "radiator"? It doesn't look like a radiator?
      Read the owner's manual.
      If you can't find it, search for it online "make model and year owners manual"
      All mechanics are honest. You can trust them. Just kidding!

  • @kennethrawls180
    @kennethrawls180 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do i pour it in why i got coolant in my truck already

  • @kozcyk2794
    @kozcyk2794 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Am i able to pour this in my coolant if its still hot ?

    • @blackwomanorangecat
      @blackwomanorangecat 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes. I personally think it works better when entered hot but it has to cool to seal properly. Better to do on a cool spring weather or early summer mornings.

  • @theloinkingbbysiimba5257
    @theloinkingbbysiimba5257 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do this help heater core ?

    • @ozgurbozkurt5945
      @ozgurbozkurt5945 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I read reviews about it blocking the heater core. Check Amazon reviews.

  • @mygoogle1266
    @mygoogle1266 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I have high hopes on this fixing my radiator leak. I DID have a blown head gasket on my 2005 Grand Prix 10 years ago. I followed those directions to a T....making sure my 37yo daughter & my 13 yo grandson helped from beginning to end. Pass on the knowledge!! (taught my daughter to change her oil & brakes always having her help Mom out so she herself could be self sustaining & independent. (Sorry control freaks! Only strong supportive men allowed here!) I put the car up for sale after driving it another 3 months after that. A son brot his father & AFTER he test drove it & saw how clean it was, I told him everything. The father was A MECHANIC! & WENT OVER THAT GRAND PRIX with a fine toothed comb! Telling me I DIDNT KNOW WHAT I WAS TALKING ABOUT!! THAT CAR NEVER EVER HAD A BLOWN GASKET!! LOL! I may have THOT IT DID.. BUT there was NO WAY with the way it was running & the look under the hood that I was right. No way he sed!!
    They bot the car, **drove over 100 miles from Meadville Pa to Buffalo NY. . . I called him 6 months later, & he was extremely happy with his $800 purchase!! Bragging to me about what I already knew. My car was a hella purchase!! A STEAL!!
    Can't wait to use this & forget my problem.
    BTW.. I started out asking $2200. The gasket blew, & I dropped it to $900, he offered $800 & she was sold!!

  • @iiqueenjessiciaii
    @iiqueenjessiciaii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Would you recommend to pour it in before or after the antifreeze? And, do you still drive it around town or nahh? #answerrr

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi and thanks for watching I appriciate it. I don't have a recommendation for what is best, just make sure to read, understand, and follow the instructions on the bottle 100% if you decide to use it. Also make sure to wear the proper safety equipment and take all safety precautions. Also we still drive the car! It had some issues leaking recently. I do have some follow up videos you can find on my channel If your interested. Thanks again for watching!

    • @iiqueenjessiciaii
      @iiqueenjessiciaii 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ToddsGarage hi thanks again. Sure will take precautions seriously and again thanks.

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@iiqueenjessiciaii Thanks again for watching!

  • @O_MegaS
    @O_MegaS 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great video! Thanks for posting. I know it says “not to”... but would it still work if I poured directly into the radiator? Seen videos on YT for a product called “k-seal”, and most of them poured directly into the radiator. Just curious.

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks for Watching. The instructions on what I used said when car is completely cold to poor directly into radiator, and if radiator was not accessible into the overflow tank. I will have to make a video on the k seal if my car starts to leak again. Thanks again!

    • @gregesten9778
      @gregesten9778 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You are supposed to pour it directly into your radiator. U only pour it into your reservoir if your reservoir is pressurized. He made a mistake in the beginning of the video saying your not supposed to ✌

    • @pvlvsmcxviii6105
      @pvlvsmcxviii6105 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Your SUPPOSE to

    • @TwonTheDealer
      @TwonTheDealer 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Okay I have a 99 camaro 3.8l v6. and my radiator starting leaking yesterday. I wanna try this stuff before I buy a whole new radiator.. do I pour it directly in the radiator or do I put it in my reservoir? Please and thanks you

    • @EddieDuranLLC
      @EddieDuranLLC 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TwonTheDealer directly into radiator.

  • @jenniferbussiere3716
    @jenniferbussiere3716 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Im being told i need a water pump and timing belt bc of leak ..will this work??? I cant afford the fix at mechanics 😭

    • @edwardamaro6219
      @edwardamaro6219 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Same here. What did you end up doing?

    • @blackwomanorangecat
      @blackwomanorangecat 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@edwardamaro6219no harm in trying it out. It worked in my favor.

  • @jessie2_savage
    @jessie2_savage 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do you know if this liquid will work on a leaking water pump ??

    • @fauxatlus8247
      @fauxatlus8247 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      I just used it today and it solved my leaking water pump.

    • @jessie2_savage
      @jessie2_savage 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@fauxatlus8247 but it’s a temporary fix right ?

    • @blackwomanorangecat
      @blackwomanorangecat 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      ​@@jessie2_savageprobably but this stuff says it fixes leaks permanently.

  • @beedee9534
    @beedee9534 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Did it works great but how long will it last

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hard to say for sure but in my case still preventing any leaks. Thanks for watching!

    • @beedee9534
      @beedee9534 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ToddsGarage I drove it for 3 hours at 70 MPH no leak it was a pin hole so far so good thanks for the reply

    • @kyos8462
      @kyos8462 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bad idea Ant bee. It WILL screw your vehicle up. When said leak actaully needs fixed your mechanic will know what was done. Unless its a cheap junker dont touch leak sealers

    • @beedee9534
      @beedee9534 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kyos8462 Been six months still going strong only used 1/4 of the bottle

  • @jasonbarnes2636
    @jasonbarnes2636 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I wonder if it will clog somewhere else, the engine, hoses, thermostat, pump, etc.

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hard to know, time will tell if it does anything, so far so good though for me.

    • @jasonbarnes2636
      @jasonbarnes2636 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ToddsGarage I was surprised it didn’t have a leak after I added a stop leak and fill it with anti freeze. Also, it didn’t clog the heater core. Two days later it started leaking again but not very much. Your video helped me a lot. Thank you for that.

    • @fillistercarson7571
      @fillistercarson7571 ปีที่แล้ว

      Heater stopped working and still won't after two professional flushes

  • @sneekflores8934
    @sneekflores8934 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Any leaks yet?

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks for watching, no leaks on our car yet.

  • @kalyanvishnukonakalla539
    @kalyanvishnukonakalla539 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    While putting that coolant sealer... coolant tank needs to be empty?? Or can we put that fluid when there is half tank of coolant??

    • @jeffreygordon6478
      @jeffreygordon6478 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      can i put the Bar,s Leaks directly into the coolant resevoir ?Right now the coolant is at the right level

    • @tjstired3026
      @tjstired3026 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@jeffreygordon6478 dude watch the video he literally says you can do that

    • @cashcky5893
      @cashcky5893 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      My coolant is empty though can I pour some in there and then my coolant last

  • @michaellayne3767
    @michaellayne3767 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can this stop a water pump leak?

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, I am not sure. I would contact the company directly to see what they say. Sorry I can't be more help and hope you get your car fixed.

    • @michaellayne3767
      @michaellayne3767 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks

  • @kerving371
    @kerving371 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you mix it with water??

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi thanks for watching, you want to use the correct antifreeze for your vehicle. The problem with water is once it's in the system and the tempature gets to freezing the water will freeze and damage your vehicle. Thanks again for watching!

    • @RR-ln6vs
      @RR-ln6vs 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Don’t use water I’ve made that mistake, seized motor in my Miata because the water froze inside the engine

  • @tropicaljantie
    @tropicaljantie 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does this not cause many problems afterwards?

    • @kyos8462
      @kyos8462 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes it will 🤭 10 dollars now= 1000s later. Look for customer reviews. I have never met one legit mechanic that recommends this snake oil. Real mechanics will laugh, sorry if you used this crud

    • @rubbingisracing6951
      @rubbingisracing6951 ปีที่แล้ว

      Depends if you car has over 200k don't worry about a new car or newer car I would not use it but hey it's been around for years and years

    • @Bundy663
      @Bundy663 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@kyos8462 no shtt sherlock, of course a mechanic that gets paid for replacing parts doesn't want you to use this bottle

  • @shylynnh2971
    @shylynnh2971 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Where can i buy this

  • @manueltopete3963
    @manueltopete3963 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    When you filled it was the car cold?

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, you have to make sure car is off and engine is all the way cooled down. Thanks for watching!

  • @gabrielantinao6546
    @gabrielantinao6546 ปีที่แล้ว

    This liquid work en plastic The radiator

  • @Zacdawac
    @Zacdawac 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The instructions on the bottle say you're supposed to drain the water out of the radiator before you use it. I'm not sure how I would do that, without a mechanic or a lift, but you seem to say the opposite anyway. Please explain. Many thanks.

    • @ozymvndiaz
      @ozymvndiaz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      As long as you’re aware your coolant is clean, go ahead. I completely drained and burped my coolant system so ik it’s clean, but if you’re not sure, do that before

    • @pvlvsmcxviii6105
      @pvlvsmcxviii6105 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just drain it via plug bolt...

  • @DennisBohannan
    @DennisBohannan 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If your radiator cap has pressure behind it, it likely isnt leaking.

    • @someguy9778
      @someguy9778 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Not true

    • @JorgeFabrizio
      @JorgeFabrizio 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Well if the leak is elsewhere and the tstat is closed, it'll hold pressure for a while at least.

    • @cowsongs
      @cowsongs 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      There are lots of small leaks that only show up when the engine is hot and the heating system it at its highest pressure. Then the car cools off, the thermostat closes back up, and the leak stops. Think of all the places like radiator hose clamps that only leak when it gets really hot. That cap will still be under pressure.

    • @Aeroshogun
      @Aeroshogun ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Not really. My car had a leak in 3 different places. Pressure was building up but it was still leaking badly.

  • @Stormbringer748
    @Stormbringer748 2 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    This product, or products like this, are designed to get you out of trouble, and are not a cheap permanent fix. It will clog up you radiator, heater core and all of the small water ports throughout your engine.
    Proceed with caution!

    • @tb-xy7lg
      @tb-xy7lg ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I used a similar product 9 years ago on my 97 ram. No leaks, no problems. 327k miles.

  • @janielramirez9181
    @janielramirez9181 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't know about blued devil product

  • @MEME-xm9sb
    @MEME-xm9sb 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    First of all I just want to say God bless you sir you have a specified every detail of your actions from start to go which is the most important and significant part of any video.
    TH-cam should pay you more money. Because you specified in detail from start to finish every transaction. Cannot thank you enough for the specifications. Thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you thank you.
    This video was most helpful anybody who's looking at just giving him a subscribe like please

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, I appreciate that feedback! I do work hard on every video to explain all my actions and talk about every detail I can think of! Thanks again and appreciate your feedback!

  • @dozerdriver55
    @dozerdriver55 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Would have been better to show the leak dripping to prove it had a leak to start with

    • @ToddsGarage
      @ToddsGarage  3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Hi thanks for watching, I wish I had started the filming a little earlier in the leak process also but I promise there was a genuine leak. When I made this video all of the coolant had already leaked out, there was nothing left.

    • @bradjones9064
      @bradjones9064 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So do you thank this guy would like to you about his car having had a leak before he started filming ? Before he may have even THOUGHT OF RECORDING ? Read the comments section friend. See how many others basically say the same thing, it fixed the leaks.

  • @ThatboiEdison
    @ThatboiEdison 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Doesn’t work on my car…

  • @tduke2708
    @tduke2708 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great until it clogs your water pump and heater core. Other than that awesome

    • @fillistercarson7571
      @fillistercarson7571 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, it destroyed my heater core and after flushing twice, the glitter still there

  • @Johnnyperrodelmal935
    @Johnnyperrodelmal935 ปีที่แล้ว

    Me tapo ni rayador casi pierdo mi troca no lo recomiendo o tal ves me faltó aserle el flujo después de los 30 minutos

  • @christilton350
    @christilton350 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Once again, directions clearly say pour directly into radiator. Not into reservoir.

    • @KidDD180
      @KidDD180 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yeah you suppose to, but some car’s different like mine

    • @sumcrazychic2832
      @sumcrazychic2832 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      But it also says if you can't access the radiator you can put it in the reservoir

  • @ManafestoRah
    @ManafestoRah 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    but u didnt put it dirreclty in radiator u put it in the tank technically

  • @albertdeluna6093
    @albertdeluna6093 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The directions said to poor directly into the radiator. Why did he poor it into the reservoir? Big mistake. Future mechanical damage no doubt.

    • @franciscoacosta207
      @franciscoacosta207 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Some cars dont have any place to pour it directly into the radiator just like my car 🤷🏽‍♂️

    • @TontsaXD
      @TontsaXD 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@franciscoacosta207 take off top hose and pour it in that way :)

    • @TheFracturedfuture
      @TheFracturedfuture ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's the same shit, you clearly know nothing about cars.

    • @showmetammy
      @showmetammy ปีที่แล้ว

      This guy had a radiator cap - if no radiator cap you could take upper radiator hose off and pour it in there.

    • @douga91965
      @douga91965 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Directions specifically read, to pour into reservoir if you have a sealed radiator/no cap. I used it yesterday, worked until I have time to get a new radiator

  • @sonoftexasOO
    @sonoftexasOO ปีที่แล้ว +3

    DONT USE UNLESS YOUR TRYING TO DESTROY YOUR MOTOR

  • @kjainana
    @kjainana 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lol stop leak will plug up the small holes in your cooling system like thermostat bleeding valve to let air out and heater core. Just do a proper repair

    • @ogdad6664
      @ogdad6664 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Can't afford to fix it now that im laid off. Thanks Biden 🙄

    • @kjainana
      @kjainana 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ogdad6664 in the long run you will do less damage to the vehicle without using that shit. Already had to replace two heater cores this winter because customer used stopleak. Also flush might not remove stopleak from the coolant system.

    • @kjainana
      @kjainana 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ogdad6664 manufacturers recommend using distilled water with concentrated coolant. They dont want any shit inside the system. If it worked that good Warranty repairs would use this and save millions of dollars.

  • @Joey-id6bu
    @Joey-id6bu 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I didnt shake it lol

  • @GOOOOTTTEEMMM
    @GOOOOTTTEEMMM 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So many mistakes, you also need to drain the coolant from the drain plug, and to which you pour it all into the radiator. The way you done it could potentially clog the hoses up and not fix the radiator leak. Should have add it like I said the way I said it.

  • @redajacaus7628
    @redajacaus7628 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This will stop leaking but will damage your engine

    • @Sandykxcf
      @Sandykxcf 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Reda Jacaus how

    • @elinoamrichter162
      @elinoamrichter162 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ye how?

    • @thezegamez9569
      @thezegamez9569 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Still waiting on that how answer

    • @elinoamrichter162
      @elinoamrichter162 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      lmao

    • @yaboi7253
      @yaboi7253 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It shouldn't unless you used the wrong kind. There's a gold version that's needed for like block seals

  • @danielwalsh2075
    @danielwalsh2075 ปีที่แล้ว

    No shit

  • @moisesmartinez3134
    @moisesmartinez3134 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Dude just pour it in the radiator

    • @MJForever1999
      @MJForever1999 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not all cars have access to the radiator