"Paul Banchero" > wrote in message ...

> The upper tank on my '91 Civic Si radiator has a split 1" - 2" long
> immediately above one of the two brackets that support the air intake
> horn - the one closest to the battery. (And, no - I haven't leaned
> on the air horn in the past, though that kind of pressure is what
> causes the split to widen.)
> Realistically, is this repairable by a radiator shop? The tank is
> made of rather thin metal (brass?; aluminum?). I wonder whether
> soldering or brazing would work. I suspect that the shop might
> suggest the replacement of the tank. The alternative is $326 for a
> new radiator! I intend to keep the car for some time.
> Thanks.

I've done 2-3" brazing (on my Civic) using a radiator solder core with
great results. I'll bet very few shops are willing to repair it.