How-To Fix a Blown Head Gasket: Bar's Leaks Head Gasket Fix
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- Learn how to install our easy-to-use Bar's Leaks Head Gasket Fix (barsleaks.com/p...) with Bobby and Caitlin. Because a blown head gasket spells no fun, for you and your wallet.
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I recently used this on my 2006 honda element and after 204 miles it’s going strong. I’m blown away by this product. If you use this then follow the directions to a tee. I did an oil change right after. I didn’t want to get rid of the car but $2400 for a new head gasket is steep. I was so skeptical for this mechanic in a bottles but it works. Thank you
Thanks for the comment! Glad we could help!!!
@@nodayatthebeach This video is for Part Number 1111, Bar's Leaks Head Gasket Fix.
@@BarsleaksUSA Thank you Sir!
Just added this to my 2004 Acura TL. Only loosing coolant over 75-80mph, other than that I don’t. Changed radiator, thermostat & fans. Did a pressure test it held up fine & there’s no leak around the water pump as well. 3 mechanics determined it’s head gasket with a hair line crack & $3k to repair it’s not worth the money, so I’m hoping this works. 🤞🏽 Great video guys 🤟🏼🤞🏽
Thanks for the comment and if you need anything else do not hesitate to call our technical service line or use the contact us page on our website.
Did it hold up?
Did it work Joseph?
Just put mine in after talking to a mechanic that wanted to charge me 2300 to replace a blown head gasket 😩 It only cost me $35. Fingers crossed 🤞🏾
Thanks for thinking of us Cyndi! Our customer support team is available if you have any questions about the product. Our team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572.
Did it work ?
@@BarsleaksUSA in. A. 2010 Prius, had to put. In the overflow. That ok?
@@TheCostOfLiving- as long as the overflow is pressurized. For that vehicle you will also want to put it into maintenence mode. Check your dosage information as well as flush the system with a chemical cooling system flush if this has not been done in the last 3-4 years.
What do you mean by as long as it’s pressurized ? I’m confused I’m trying to add it to my car
I tried this product and so far
So good. Prior to adding this product I could not go down the street without my car overheating. After adding this product I am now idling and this heat is hot as heck! It was not hot before and I could not just sit and let it idle without the thermostat overheating. 16 minutes later I'm sitting in the car roasting but I'm not overheating. So far, this product is like George Washington's face... On the money!!
We love to hear it MJ!
Week later I stopped the car and immediately started it again and upon restarting it, it sounded like like a beer bottle broke in my engine. It starts but now the steering wheel barely works. Yikes!
😂😂
Man, I loved you on Pawn Stars! how y’all dealt with Ashley is beyond me.
I put this in my 2012 Chevy cruse 1.8 2 days ago, Since I just bought the car not knowing this was going to happen, I had Lots of symptoms of a bad head gasket, White puffy smoke after 60miles prh rough idling water and black stuff going out from exhaust tailpipe lots of smoke in between the motor, coolant lose but thankfully no overheating. So the best decision, that I made after watching many reviews and trying to save money while I could, was to try this Bars Leaks 😉. And it’s like magic, after a few more spins on the road and a couple more last big puffs of smoke. It has helped me get threw spending more than what I thought was just going to be a purchase of a good car, that had turned in to a disaster after 1 day of having it. This has helped a major problem.. Thank you. (Now Just wondering, what’s the longest outcome that this product has lasted for the repair on a vehicle?)
Same bought a car off the dealership and it just eats coolant never again trusting Honda dealership
How is it now?
I'm exactly in the same situation! A motherfucker sold me a 2012 1.8 Skoda superb with fresh oils and shit. The car was overheating ever since day one after I brought it, now 150 miles later white smokes began to appear and when I checked the oils, the coolant was completely mixed with it very badly. A fix would actually cost more than the vehicle as per mechanics. I feel like a jackass, the mother fucker I bought the car from seemed to be extremely wealthy and gave the car for a steal price, So lookin at his property and lifestyle I didn't check the car much as he kept saying me that other people are pestering him for this car as the price is very low and he can't waste time dealing with more people as he was a busy man. So I brought it form him. Mother fucker didn't tell me he is selling a car with blown head gasket! He actually sold a blown head car for way more than it's worth. I'm a person under minimum wage in India, I can't handle this car's loss. It's my entire two year salary. Can I go for it? is it holding it well now?
I just got this done and the car runs better in my opinion. Will update if things changes but here’s the issue I was facing. I drive a turbo boosted car and under boost the exhaust pressure was escaping into the coolant through the head gasket. How do I know? Because I bought this engine which had a similar problem before except it was off a non turbo car so instead the coolant was escaping into the combustion chamber. Back to my car again, I was losing boost when the engine was warm. I only saw it making full boost on a cooler engine. But today after I had it warmed up I was able to see it still making full boost. Like I said it’s still so early and I will keep you all posted if anything changes. But if this fixes the issue it sure saved me some time, not money since I can do all the repairs myself and have spare parts on standby.
I put this product in a 2007 Chrysler 300 with a 2.7. I spent quite a bit of time debating whether to try it. My car had an issue in cylinder 4 and replacing the gasket was just not worth the cost. There was not a lot of white smoke nor was there any antifreeze getting in the oil but it would set a misfire code everyday in cylinder 4 so I figured the leak was still small. Seems to be holding up so far. Car has been over 300 miles and does not seem to be using any antifreeze and not giving any codes.Update - August 2019 car still going strong.
Great to hear Kevin! If you ever have any questions for us on any of our products our Michigan based tech support team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572. Thanks again for the comment, glad we were able to help you out.
Hey kevin, hope your well. I have the exact same car as you. Where did you pour the bars leak. In the coolant reservoir? Thanks
Update?
@@teelowteelow356 I sold the car to my sister in law. She says there have been no issues.
I tried this about two weeks ago on my Chevy. I idled it for 20 minutes and then let it cool and it almost stopped the leak. However, my leak was unusual because it would only leak for about 5 minutes and then it would stop. After I shut the car off it would leak again. A few days later the leak did stop and I haven't had to add coolant since! It did what it said it would do! I didn't even have to drain my antifreeze.
Great to hear Doug!
I used this product 6 weeks ago. So far so good. Only thing I did different was removed the thermostat to insure it was circulating through the whole system unimpeded. Left it out for a couple days then put it back in. Like I said so far so good. It was this or the junkyard. Car isn't worth the cost of replacing the head gasket.
Great to hear oldschoolgreentube! Glad we could help you out, if you ever have questions for us feel free to reach out to our tech support team. They are available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572.
Good idea. Thanks for commenting.
@@BarsleaksUSA how do i use & do this product?
@@missmackanointed1mack367 The instruction are stated on the back of every bottle.
@@BarsleaksUSA is it a permanent fix?? Does it work if the Headgasket is blown?
I’m just trying this product on my 03 Tundra V6 with 204k mi. I’ll throws a lil white smoke 💨 here and there so let’s see how it goes. Great video btw…
Thanks for the comment, let us know your results!
How did you go, i am about to do it to my prado 4.0L v6 (australian tacoma). Similar issue, white smoke. Hope it can wrk for at least a while!
If you don’t know where your radiator cap is you shouldn’t put anything anywhere under the hood
Great video! Short to the point. I love it! I will tap bac in with some feedbac after i use this product!
Same here on way to autozone now
Let's hear about it
Worked fine for me
Flushed all fluid..replaced all fluids put in radiator and in coolant and stopped the problem
I am impressed worked amazing!
She could charm the stars and hypnotize the moon.😍
I love their dynamic in this video.
..okay bobby..
I have to wonder if they are really brother and sister - they look alike and seem to have similar personalities. ?@@FerrisBueller-sj5sc
I have a 2003 Mustang GT. 4.6L
I just bought this and I’m gonna try this right now!
That's Bobby from "Hardcore Pawn", I knew he looked familiar.
Thank you! I couldn’t figure it out, I knew him from somewhere!
That's true
I got a really bad head gasket leak. Blue devil failed so we will see if this worked. I'll let ya know
and did it work?
It work?
I am looking forward to Bar's Leaks taking care of business in my 2002 Pontiac Montana. One big question is: There appears to be several Bar's-branded products that seem to do the same thing.
- Bar's Leaks Head Gasket Fix (this video)
- Bars Leaks Head Seal Blown Head Gasket Repair
- Bar's Leaks "Block Seal" Head Gasket Sealant
Prices vary dramatically, so this DIY-guy is cornfused as to which one to buy.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks!
Mike
Hi Mike, please give our customer service team a call so they can guide you on product selection based on your situation. Our team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572.
I am planning to use the bars leak head seal carbon fiber reinforced stuff in my turbocharged race engine… the cylinder 4 leaks a little bit of coolant just have misfire when cold once hot it runs fine but lacks some power.. if it a better way to remove the spark plug and disconnect the injectors in cylinder 4 to ensure it the fix works better? Pls let me know..
No we do not recommend to remove the plug, run the vehicle as it would normally run when operating.
@@BarsleaksUSA thanks for the response will do so.. any specific RPM to hold? And will distilled water work better instead of coolant? I am anyway gonna flush the system thus checking..
@@sharewithraj distilled water is fine if you prefer that, run per instructions all is stated exactly as we would like the product to be installed.
Looks at her "I'm a basics kinda guy" 🤣
You could check head bolts, re-torque if they are loose. You do not have to make a big deal and small fortune off of every project; build trust and you will have plenty of client and work! ;)
Yes it is always a good option to check the head bolts and ensure they are tightened to the proper torque spec. Sometime's that doesn't fix the issue and when it doesn't our products have a very high success rate at sealing a head gasket leak!
I'm thinking of maybe using that stuff. Recently I had found milky watery residue inside the engine case and dipstick. I just recently used motor flush to clean out the engine and changed the oil, so far the oil has remained clean and normal, but the vehicle uses up a lot of coolant, but doesn't overheat or emit any white smoke and drives normal, but it does have oily residue inside the radiator. I'm planning on flushing out the radiator this upcoming weekend.
If you are getting oil into the cooling system our products will not be able to help with that issue. The oil leave a film on the leaking area that make it very difficult for our products to stick to and stop the leak.
Hi! Will this product harm your engine if you don’t have a head gasket leak? I have vehicle symptoms that indicates a head gasket leak but I’m not 100% sure.
Do you have antifreeze inside you’re oil
No
I just bought a bottle today will be back with results
Great we look forward to hearing your results!
What if I have tried a previous product that is still in my system with just water no antifreeze can I just run this through and if it works flush out the system and put in antifreeze. I’m not overheating I think I’m pushing water out the exhaust. TKS
Hi Joseph, you do not want to combine stop leak products. Our recommendation would be to fully chemically flush the system before using another product. Our tech support team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572 if you require further assistance. Thanks for reaching out.
My check Engine light is on, on my 2003 Jeep liberty sport, and I just got the code looked at and it said it was the cylinder head that cost $450. Will this fix it and make the engine light turn off?
Did you try it?
@Black Queen send me $50 on zelle and I will tell you.
I really hope it works, mechanic said I would need $1600 to replace the head gasket
Bar’s Leaks Professional Carbon Fiber Blown Head Gasket Repair is the strongest antifreeze-compatible solution on the market, period. It penetrates a leaking, damaged or blown head gasket, drying to form a seal that’s actually stronger than the original head gasket itself.
@@BarsleaksUSA it worked for my 2001 Honda Civic, you guys have a fantastic product
@@410balla we are very happy to hear that you have had success with our products!
But how long does it last.
Yep.
I just got ths same estimate, $1600🤬
Can I put the product in the coolant reservoir or does it have to be poured directly into the radiator ?
If you have direct access to the radiator you must add directly to the radiator. If no direct access and you have a pressurized overflow reservoir you can add to the overflow reservoir.
Funny Video! You two remind me of Amy & Sheldon's Fun With Flags episodes on Big Bang Theory. Heading into town this morning to give this a try even though I already bought a gasket kit and new head bolts. It's Saturday and I am finding out I don't have quite all the tools I need to rip my truck apart and do the job. If this works, then I will just hang onto the gasket kit and rebuild the entire engine in a year or two.
Should I drain my oil before using it if my coolant mixing with the oil
Yes you will want to change your oil and filter if you have coolant mixing in your oil. This will ensure you do no further damage to internal engine components.
Is the product harmful to a heater core thermostat or the radiator?
If installed at proper dosage into a clean system no this product will not do any damage to a heater core or radiator.
Caitlin is top of the line fine!
Hi, can you use this product twice if the first time did not fully work? Had frothy coolant, white smoke from tail pipe, bubbling from radiator. I followed all the steps on box after initial coolant flush. It got me 50 miles and then overheated. White smoke came back, there was coolant bubbling going on before and after the procedure to be clear. I thought this cured exhaust smoke coming into the coolant tank as well eliminating huge bubbling going on. Will a second time work? Thank you.
Yes you can try a second dose, we would suggest to give the first dose around 250 miles worth of driving or multiple thermocycles (getting vehicle to normal operating temp and letting cool) before adding the second dose. Also you will want to flush the system with a cooling system flush before adding a second dose.
if the water is mixing with the oil do i change the oil after leak is fixed or before ?
It is best to change the oil before. This way you are not running the vehicle for a long period of time with contaminated oil.
If someone applied this product and it is very thick and in my coolant resivor am I safe to flush my system ? Or will it cause whatever leak existed before to become apparent again?
Hi Tabitha, if the leak has been sealed you can safely flush the system to remove the product, the seal that has been made will not be affected. If the leak returns, or another issue pops up another dosage may be required after the system has been flushed. Our customer support team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572 if you need further assistance.
My car is shaking and has a gas smell. Any advice? I’m terrified to take it to a mechanic don’t have the 1000 dollars to repair it.
Hi Sil, please call our tech support team at 800-345-6572 so they can determine if we can help you. They are available M-F 8am-5pm EST.
Worked for my 2001 Honda Civic
Some have said you can add it into resovoir tank can I do that or do I get some coolant out of the radiator itself and add it into it.
If you have direct access to the radiator you must install in the radiator. If you have no direct access and your overflow is pressurized you can add to that system.
I used the head seal carbon Fiber stuff and lifters seems to run dry.. what do you suggest? The engine now would like a diesel truck especially in the head ..
We would like to hear a bit more information on the situation please use the contact us page to send all info over and we will get back to you!
barsleaks.com/contact-us/
Should I do a oil change after using product ?
If the oil is contaminated you will want to preform an oil change before install. If contaminated after sealing the leak, yes change the oil again as you do not want to run any oil with a coolant mix in your vehicle this can cause engine damage.
I just purchase this product. Not sure how to use it. I have overheating issue when I drive my car more than 40-50min. My coolants starts to overflow the reservoir tank and splatter all over my valve cover. Is this possibly a headgasket leak?
Yes that can be a head gasket leak, it seems as you may be getting exhaust gasses in your cooling system. Follow instructions on the back of the packaging for dosage and proper installation procedure.
Ok do we have to drain our radiator again after putting this product in or can we just keep going with it in the system
Hi Isidro, the product is designed to stay in the system for continued protection. Once the leak is sealed you can safely drain the product out at that time if you wish. If you'd like to speak to our tech support team they are available M-F 8am-5-pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572. Thanks again for reaching out.
Nice camera quality.
It is pretty good isn't it! Thanks for the comment!
@@BarsleaksUSA Yep.
I used your product and it worked, but now the heater won't blow hot air...please help!
Thank you
If your coolant is low it will cause this problem. Make sure your reservoir is at the proper level.
Sounds like your heater core is plugged. Isolate just the heater core, and back flush with garden hose, in thru the outlet.
So no need to bypass heater core in a Ford?
No it is not necessary, we know the cooling systems in vehicles and understand that our products must pass through the very narrow passages in the radiator and heater cores. If the cooling systems our products are being installed in are clean, the product is installed per the directions and proper dosage, we are very confident the products will be able to safely flow through those tubes without issue.
I used bars in a 2013 land rover range rover supercharge because i was told i would need a engine anyway do to head gasket blown, nobody would do the head job. But it seems to be working after following all the steps, the smoke has got down to a bare minimum. But it keeps overheating after letting cool down over night. For 3 tries so far. Any advise? I also changed the oil beforehand.
We would suggest to check for trapped air first.
I just bought a Mitsubishi mini truck 3 cylinder, and it was starting up easy and running until I noticed the coolant was low, so I added me some coolant and now it won’t start and I have coolant on my spark plugs now. Do you think I can use this product if I maybe drain the fluid back down some enough to start it and let it try run for 20 minutes ? Or do you think I have something else going on? I can hear it gurgling in the radiator when I crank it over. I just don’t want to tear it all apart if I can use this product. Hope you read this. Thanks
- praying mantis ✌️
Yes you can use this product. Ensure the cooling system is clean, and follow the dosage guide. I am leaving a link to the product page below for more information on this product. barsleaks.com/product/head-gasket-fix-1111/
@ Bar’s Leaks - thank you for replying so quickly and for the info. I will definitely give this a try. So if this stuff gets into my cylinders it won’t hurt anything? Thanks again
~ Praying Mantis ✌️
@@justsomecoolprayingmantisd6422 this product would burn up in the combustion process, it will not cause any damage in that sense.
Bar's Leaks - ok, thank you for replying and answering my question. 🤝 and for that you are my friend 🤝
~ Praying Mantis
Hey drteaisback - yep, that's Bobby. Good eye.
@LongDick Rick Yes you can use the product in the reservoir. Our customer support team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572 if you have more questions for us Rick, have a good one!
If the problem reoccurs can we use it again or would I have to flush my system
Hi Avocx, if another treatment is required a full system flush will need to be performed. Our customer support team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572 if the problem does reoccur, please give them a call and they can further assist you.
Will it work if my car is missing I used a scand and it says number 1 is missing can I like pull number 1 spark plug out and put Bar's stop leak head gasket fix. I put a new coil and new spark plugs in it
This product can help with misfires if the reason is coolant getting into the cylinder. Run with all spark plugs in the vehicle and per the dosage chart and directions on the packaging.
Prius 2011, it looks it does not have a radiator like another car. Can you help me where to pour your product? (Head seal blown head gasket repair)
Dear Bar's Leaks, I have a Saturn Vue and can only put coolant in the overflow tank. Would I just pour this in that overflow tank or will it clog it up?
Hi Allen, as long as your tank has a screw on cap the product will be able to be used there. The product will not clog anything up, however if you have not had a chemical flush performed on the vehicle in the last 3-4 years we recommend that be done prior to use of any stop leak. If you'd like to further discuss our tech support team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572. Thanks for the question Allen.
Successs turkey baster for the win
Just make sure you don't take it back to the kitchen after! 😄
Do I leave the Thermostat on or do I take it off
With our products removal of the thermostat is not required. If you need further assistance please call our customer support team at 800-345-6572 so they can assist you. They are available M-F 8am-5pm EST.
I guess it works well of its not overheating...
if not overheating in 15 minutes from startup, and you do not have to add coolant to keep the vehicle running you can use this product.
I tried it it worked after running it for 3 days , u have to drain it of coolant , add pure water , drain it , then add a whole bottle of sealer plus water till it's full the runn engine with heater and ac on full blast , I did this for like 4 days making sure if it was getting hot to turn it off before , my water pump failed and cause the head gasket to re burst so yeah it's a one time deal next time I actually have to replace head gasket
You can add a second dose, we would just recommend that you flush prior to adding if another leak does arise in the future. Use a chemical cooling system flush and you can easily try a second dose rather than going right to replacing the head gasket.
Instruction say for I 4 engines tou use only half bottle. Can I save the other half or it's no good after seal is broken
Yes you can save the other half of the bottle for future use. This product does have a shelf life of 4 years so please keep that in mind as well when storing.
Would this work with distilled water I already did a flush?
Yes this will work with distilled water. That is great you have flushed the vehicle, it is best to have a clean cooling system when installing the products. This will ensure proper flow and no restriction issues.
And what if you do not have a radiator cap and only a overflow cap? I cannot find a straight answer to this. Some say go ahead and pour into the resevoir, some say dont because it will clog it up? Others say pour into the little hose to the radiator?
Rawhead Rex put it in reservoir or wherever you top off coolant
will this work for a rotary engine with a blown coolant jacket ?
I heard the young girl on this video say that for a 4 cylinder engine (mine is a 1.5 L Honda Fit) it's not necessary to pour the whole bottle but only half of it but...will it harm the system if I use the whole contents of it? Please let me know.
Yes, for a system with that little fluid you will want to only use a half bottle. Adding a full bottle when only needing a half can overdose the system and potentially cause restriction issues.
Hey Bobby
I did it on my g35 let it cooled all night next day start it up heater clogged but still overheats and white smoke and coolant still dissapeara
This product can take up to 3 days or 250 miles of driving to fully solve the issue. We recommend extra thermocycles, (Steps 2 and 3) to get the product flowing through the system and to the leaking area.
Wow she's adorable 😍 💕
Show me the one where i need to flush it
Can you still use this if your heater doesn't work?can you just turn the heating on without it blowing hot air?
Hi Jason, would you mind giving our tech support team a call? We want to know a little more about your vehicle. They can be reached at 800-345-6572 and are available M-F 8am-5pm EST. We look forward to speaking with you.
Why did the carbon fiber version cause a grey sludge in my coolant reservoir? I flushed my coolant multiple times before using it. Everything was working well, but when I checked my coolant reservoir later, I saw a grayish colored sludge floating on top of my coolant.
Which exact product did you use? Was it a large bottle that was packaged in a box or was it a smaller bottle? 2 of our head gasket products are compatible with antifreeze while 1 is not.
If installing the non compatible product in coolant it could cause gelling.
@@BarsleaksUSA HG-1
@@vwjet357 that may just be a bit of residual product.We have also noticed that if you have not flushed the cooling system with a flush product in the past 3 years some scale rust or debris in the system may cause this. Also mixing different coolants can cause a gelling as well.
I tried this on my deisal dixie chopper. Im getting exhaust in my radiator Did not work. However i just put a new headgasket on and did torque it to specs getting very little exhaust still so I'm going to try letting the intake suck some in while running. Curious if that may seal it.
u might have a cracked head mate
Can you drive the car as normal after? How and when do you know it worked (other than taking it to a mechanic)
Yes the vehicle can be driven as normal after installation. The time needed to complete the seal varies from situation to situation, typically we should see results in a couple hundred miles of driving. Our customer support team is available to further assist you with questions if you have them. They are available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572.
what happens if you put to much in cause that what i did now it wont start
Hi Resa, thanks for reaching out to us. We want to know more about this situation, and would like for you to give our tech support line a call today. We are available M-F 8am-5pm and can be reached at 800-345-6572. Thanks again Resa.
should we flush the system first? Also is it okay to bypass the heater core and take thermostat out while we put the sealant in so it doesn't clog up the heater core and thermostat?
If the system has not been flushed in the last 3-4 years we would recommend flushing. It's great maintenance for the vehicle, and will ensure a proper flow rate in the system. Removal of the thermostat is also not required. Our customer support team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572 if you need further assistance.
Can you show how it works in a Cadillac DEVILLE 2002 PLEASE
Hi Jaime, our products have been successfully used in Cadillacs. If you're dealing with an issue please call our customer support team at 800-345-6572 so they can assist you with product recommendation. They are available M-F 8am-5pm EST.
Hi. I don’t have a heater, can I use this product?
Hi Lois, yes you can still use the product. Our tech support team is available M0F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572 if you'd like to further discuss with us.
Are you the guy from Detroit pawn shop? You look just like him 😀
Yes, this is Bobby from Hardcore Pawn!
So far this product seems to be working on my blown head gasket after a few weeks!!! I am pretty impressed and hope I can drive my car a while longer before getting a new one!
But I do gotta say, it's a little annoying in the video that the gal kinda makes the dude look like he's stupid.
Thank you for the comment and we are glad that the products have worked for you! Yes the video is played up a bit, and Bobby does know the ins and outs of how all our products work.
@@BarsleaksUSA Most of us knows it was supposed to be in good fun
The main question why would put idle 5 minutes on the bottle when you say 15 minutes in the video
The bottle does state idle for 15 minutes for the product shown in the video.
my 2000 grand am have no radiator cap, can i put it into reservoir
If direct access to radiator is unavailable and if reservoir / overflow tank is pressurized, you can install in tank. Otherwise remove top hose where it connects to the top of the radiator and install product in hose. Reattach hose and tighten clamp.
How do i know if the system is dirty? To know if i need to flush or not
If you have not flushed in the last 3 years or 30K miles we would suggest to flush. You can also tell if the coolant looks a bit dirty or rusty as well.
@@BarsleaksUSA ok thank you!
What about u think u had bad head gasket and u didn’t but all ready put in the radiator turn the motor on for twenty mins or so did u do any damage to it
Hi Pedro, no damage will have occured. Since there is no blown head gasket, at this time you can drain the system and run a flush through to properly clean the system. Our tech support team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572 if you'd like to further discuss.
Bar's Leaks thanks but if u leave it alone can anything go wrong in the future if u don’t flush
@@pedrothehunter3721 Pedro, this product is used when you have a blown head gasket, not as a preventative. It does not need to be in the system if there is not a leak.
Can that clugged my heater core?
No if added at proper dosage in a clean cooling system this will not restrict or "clog" your heater core.
@@BarsleaksUSA i put 1/4 of the bottle do the product is supposed to be thick or completely liquid
This is a thicker liquid, shake well before adding @@papa54321
Why is it important to put the heater all the way up ?
This is necessary to get the product to fully circulate through the cooling system.
Should I change my oil before using this product?
chyeahhhales change it after you run it through. Use some kerosene or engine oil flush product to drain the oil before adding new oil into the block
What if my heater doesn't work
You will just not use your heat at this time, you can overlook that in the install. Please keep the heater on hot and fan on high even if not working properly.
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What is about if the radiator coolant is reduced or less . Do you add coolant or no
DOES ANYBODY KNOW If your car would have a valve tap if your head gasket is blown ?
Hi there Edward, typical symptoms of a blown head gasket include, overheating, blowing white smoke, coolant loss, contaminated coolant or oil and running rough. Our customer support team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572 if you'd like to further discuss.
What if I have no radiator cap?
If no radiator cap you can install in a pressurized overflow reservoir.
What if you’re heater doesn’t work
Is the heater not working because it is disconnected or just not functioning?
@@BarsleaksUSA Just not working
@@scattywattyfamily8918 ok, follow the steps and keep the heater on hot and fan on high even if they are not functioning.
Do I need to change engine oil
Hi squid435, there is no need to change the oil unless it's due for it's regular change, or if the oil is contaminated. Our customer support team is available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572 if you need further assistance.
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This product clogged my heater core and will cost me more money than replacing the head gasket.
We are sorry to hear of the loss of heat in the vehicle and know it can be frustrating to deal with. If this turns out to be a restricted flow, there are two hoses that go to the heater core, you can remove them and back flush the core. Using a garden hose you can flush both ways. Be sure to have the heater control set to full hot position when doing this. Doing this will remove any of our product. You can also use a T-Flush Kit to flush the system.
A loss of heat can be caused by several different things, such as low coolant level, trapped air, air bubbles from exhaust gases, restricted flow, T-stat, bad cap, control valve or blend doors not operating. Our cooling system products are manufactured to be able to go through the very narrow (0.030 to O.035 thousands of an inch) radiator and heater core tubes that are in most domestic and foreign vehicles. We test stringently to insure we can flow through clean systems both before and after we bring our products to market. We also include a note on the products stating that cooling systems that are dirty or partially clogged should be flushed before using. The reason is over time scale (minerals), dirt or even rust can develop in them and can start to restrict flow by attaching to the inner walls of the tubes and reducing the flow area. A flush of the cooling system with just water will remove loose sediment, but if the system has scale, dirt or rust it would need to be flushed with a chemical cooling system flush product to remove that. We suggest doing this every four years to keep the system clean.
I am goimg to be useing this in a couple of days.
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My car has 55k miles on it. A block test and a cylinder compression test confirmed it is a head gasket leak because I have a check engine light on. There is no white or black smoke coming out of the tailpipe. I went ahead an applied the entire bottle of Bars Fix with a cool engine and let the engine idle for 20 mins with the heater on and fan set to high. After the car cooled off the next day I applied more coolant. When I drove the car the check engine light remained on but after I took it out a second time the light turned off for two days and back on again. Can I apply another bottle or is there a chance that it is still sealing and the light will eventually stay off?
We would suggest to give the product around 250 miles worth of driving before ruling out that dose did not work. Also the best way to install the second dose would be to flush the system well with water before applying into fresh 50/50 coolant. Run per instructions on second dose just as stated on the back of the packaging.
@@BarsleaksUSA So it can take up to 250 miles before we can say it did not work?
@@arielrodriguez6980 Correct, it can take a bit of time and circulation to fully seal the leak.
Wait, so if your car can't run for 20 minutes without overheating you can't use this product? Mine has a small leak, the only issue is the combustion gasses cause it to overheat after so many minutes (no problems with oil, no loss of coolan, no, coolant on spark plugs, no smoke in exhaust, etc), this is not uncommon but this is the first I've heard that you need a car to NOT overheat to use a head gasket seal? Isn't that like the first sign most people will see if they have a blown/warped gasket?
Thanks for your question silencesummer. We use the 20 minute timeline to determine how severe the leak is. Most vehicles we deal with are able to make the 20 minutes without overheating. We have a stronger head gasket repair that can be used if your vehicle can idle for 15 minutes without overheating. If a vehicle is overheating in under 15 minutes the leak is too severe to be sealed chemically, and at that time we recommend the hard fix. If you have any other questions please call our tech support team at 800-345-6572 M-F 8am-5pm. We thank you for reaching out.
That’s why they want you to keep the heat and fan on high. It will draw heat away from your engine to allow the time it needs for this product to work.
Does thermostat have to be removed?
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Sooooo after it’s completely sealed we can put coolant back in there?
Hi Nique, yes if you used the product with water and you're sure the leak has been sealed you can drain the water and put your coolant back in. If you need any other assistance please call our tech support line at 800-345-6572. Thank you.
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OR ADDING COOLANT? Isn't that why we have to use the product?
Or are you talking add coolant withing that amount of time. My car has more than that as a problem but, I'd like to not have to tare down to the block again, things some how disappeare and kids that think hiding them is funny.
I was planning on draining my radiator next week, would you recommend that i put this product in and drive it for a few days prior to draining or would you recommend that i add after with the new fluid.
Please call our tech support team, so they can discuss this installation with you. They are available M-F 8am-5pm EST, and can be reached at 800-345-6572.
coolant or water even tho im 2 yrs late