Having been a whitewater boater for many years, I've learned to weld plastic, and even patched plastic radiators in the past with long term success (requires drilling crack), but thought it would make sense to look for a simpler option that would be easy to keep with me when I may not have all the items necessary to weld.
I see that CRC makes a UV curable (sun or UV flashlight) patch that can be used on radiators. Looks like it might be a good option for at least a temporary fix to keep in the glove compartment (works on hoses, tanks and other parts too). Cures in as little as five minutes (vs 24 hours for most epoxy sealants) Haven't tried it, so can't comment on how well it works, but looks like a cool product:
CRC Perma-Mend UV Curable Repair Patch, 14089, Gray 78254140896 | eBay
Link to mfr. site with data sheet:
Perma-Mend™ UV Curable Repair Patch
Will probably buy a small patch and UV light and leave in the glove compartment as a just in case item.
I see that CRC makes a UV curable (sun or UV flashlight) patch that can be used on radiators. Looks like it might be a good option for at least a temporary fix to keep in the glove compartment (works on hoses, tanks and other parts too). Cures in as little as five minutes (vs 24 hours for most epoxy sealants) Haven't tried it, so can't comment on how well it works, but looks like a cool product:
CRC Perma-Mend UV Curable Repair Patch, 14089, Gray 78254140896 | eBay
Link to mfr. site with data sheet:
Perma-Mend™ UV Curable Repair Patch
Will probably buy a small patch and UV light and leave in the glove compartment as a just in case item.