We often find this issue when we are servicing vehicles which haven't been serviced regularly enough and on older cars. We share an example of this below.

The radiator comprises both liquid and metallic elements. Inside, it more closely resembles a complex network of pipes than a single-piece cooling system. Given this, it's not surprising that leaks can be extremely detrimental, often leading to the end of your radiator.

The primary culprit behind corrosion is rust, which is widely prevalent. Whilst water can trigger corrosion, the cooling fluid functions differently and is specifically designed to deter or inhibit corrosion. However, with the gradual chemical degradation of the coolant owing to natural wear and tear, it eventually promotes corrosion within the system.

Over time, rust and sediment accumulate in hoses, causing holes to form and allowing coolant to leak out.

To guarantee that your engine remains at an optimal temperature and doesn't overheat, it is essential to refill your radiator coolant in accordance with the guidelines provided by the manufacturer. This ensures that the fluid that circulates through your vehicle's radiator system is effectively regulating the temperature of the engine.

If you have any concerns about your Radiator leaks, coolant or overheating contact the team at Dave Hopkins Auto Repairs to book in an inspection.

Dave Hopkins Auto Repairs in Hackham offers expert services to prevent and repair radiator corrosion, ensuring your car's cooling system runs smoothly. Regular maintenance is key.

Radiator Corrosion Solutions for Cars in Hackham - Dave Hopkins Auto Repairs

Radiator Corrosion causes problems for your Cooling System

Dave Hopkins Auto Repairs in Hackham is a licensed roadworthy inspection station and can issue roadworthy certificates for vehicles that pass the roadworthy  assessment test.  				

A roadworthy inspection includes checking:

A roadworthy inspection is not a comprehensive full vehicle inspection. Talk to us today about the different types of inspections available at Dave Hopkins Auto Repairs and which one will best suit your needs. 

Book a roadworthy inspection at Dave Hopkins Auto Repairs today.

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We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from midday Friday the 23rd of December and reopening on Monday the 15th of January

We advise that our workshop will be closed for the Christmas period from the close of business on Thursday the 21st of December and reopening on Monday the 8th of January

Dave Hopkins Auto Repairs is serving the South for over 35 years with honest car service and competitive prices on your automotive spare parts and repairs.

The service centre has extensive machinery on site for rebuilding engines and gear boxes as well as head facing, valve grinding, flywheel and brake disc machining, along with exhaust and steering repairs or replacements. Keep in mind, we include a cooling system check with all our services. At Dave Hopkins Auto Repairs you will find that customer satisfaction is the first priority at our car service. 

Car service also available on Saturdays by appointment.

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