stone hit radiator

[lonniegordon]

While on the highway something hit my radiator, I didn't notice until temp went up. When I pulled over there was coolant on the front wheel and fender. Damage to the radiator appears minimal, although 1 'cross tube' has a visible tear. Can the radiator be repaired or should it be replaced, any idea of cost? Thanks

 

[sparky3008]

That's all I can say

:angry: :blink:

Make this your next farkle after getting it fixed...

 

[sparky3008]

Funny GunMd it is your picture I used

 

[GunMD]

Gary McCoy at University Motorsports or Guru Glen at Sunnyside Yam in Washington will make you a good deal. Not sure about repairing it...that sounds suspect to me, but I'm by no means the one to ask.

 

[GunMD]

Funny GunMd it is your picture I used

You saved me the trouble of posting it...

 

[madmike2]

Someone had this same issue about a year ago. IIRC, they had it repaired.

My opinion: Buy a new one. Chalk it up to bad karma, the convergence of time, space and spiritual dimensions., whatever....if I repaired my radiator, it would be fine until I was on a trip, 500 miles from home, in the middle of a wilderness, leading 10 others on a group ride....the repair would fail and ruin everyone's day and my wallet (Now we'd be talking towing, or at least getting home and bringing the trailer back to wherever I could have the bike secured...and then the storage costs...). Yep, I know, I tell a grim story. But, that's just my opinion .

YMMV! And good luck with whatever decision you make. Oh yeah, when you order the radiator (or have it repaired), order and install a radiator guard. And if you don't have sliders, order them, too. Tell SWMBO I said it was okay and proper! Some things we by as a preventative measure, with good reason.

 

[markjenn]

A good radiator shop, if willing to work on a small radiator like this, can repair it good as new.

- Mark

 

[Bluestreek]

I would think that a good rddiator shop would be able to fix it. :cownoy:

 

[Toynut]

Lonniegordon,

Consider yourself extremely lucky that you didn't crash your bike with all of that slippery coolant on your front (and probably rear) tire !!!!!!!! :bigeyes:

Remove radiator.....install new radiator.......install proper radiator guard.....install Fenda Extenda......refill with fresh coolant mix...... bleed air out of system.....

Enjoy!

P.S.

Remember to get all traces of the antifreeze off of your tires and brakes.

OK?

 

[Geezer]

I have had many radiators repaired from my cars and light trucks over the years with good success. Newer radiators hold up well after being repaired. old rotten ones don't. Something to consider for your FJR is that most repairs involve pinching off the damaged radiator tube and sealing the ends with solder. That means a percentage of your cooling capacity is gone. Not a big deal on most cars and trucks but may be a problem on the smaller radiator in your FJR, especially if you live in the southern states.

 

[BrunDog]

That's all I can say

:angry: :blink:

Make this your next farkle after getting it fixed...

All I can say is, "How about a set of Magnum's to go with that??"

-BD

 

[markjenn]

Not a big deal on most cars and trucks but may be a problem on the smaller radiator in your FJR, especially if you live in the southern states.

While it is true you might lose some small percentage of the cooling capacity with a radiator repair, my experience riding in very hot weather is that the FJR's radiator is plenty big. The perception that the FJR has a cooling problem is due to rider cooling problems, not engine cooling problems.

- Mark

 

[Dudewado]

Look at this guys page. I sent mine to him, got it back in a few days. Still fine after 7000 miles. I think it was $50.

John

Motorcycleradiators

 

[panthercity]

Had mine repaired after this

and, 11k miles later, it's still good.

Read all about it Here.

 

[catiadan]

Look at this guys page. I sent mine to him, got it back in a few days. Still fine after 7000 miles. I think it was $50.                                              John

Motorcycleradiators

Myler's is THE place to go to for aluminum cycle radiator repair. They did a nice job for me over a year ago after rock puncture. I did the radiator guard also before installing repaired radiator...a must have for these bikes!

 

[FJRSTAR]

Panthercity says...

Had mine repaired after this
and, 11k miles later, it's still good.

Read all about it Here.

Cool write-up.

You did some awesome stuff mechanically/technically.

Glad it turned out like it did.

That area you were around is a very nice experience.

I hope to do it someday on our FJR.

 

[lonniegordon]

Thanks for the advice. Locally I've heard everything from JB weld to new radiator. I've decided to have the radiator repaired. My local shop, which I trust, has a welder they use. They thought about fixing in place, but decide radiator needed to be removed. I will update on progress. Once again thanks for the advice.

 

[odot]

Hey, ignacio.....isn't this becoming another pointless/endless thread? Lock this one up too.......lol.

 

[jdog109socal]

This was my first farkle

on the FJR 50.00 is cheap insurance.

J Dog