Dave Arthur <dave.arthur@NSCC.CA> writes: > Subaru's fix for their leaking head gasket problem ... is likely the > same as Holts Radweld. Container is the same shape, same quantity (125 > ml), same color (blue) container with a red cap, and even has the > HOLTS name near the bottom. Also says "Manufactured in England for > Subaru of America, Inc." > > I guess someone had to make it :-) It's interesting that Subaru has > put some much faith in this fix. All Subaru likely cares about is will it get the motor past the warranty term. I found this from Holt's own FAQ interesting: Q. Why is Holts Radweld not suitable for a Rover 825 or 827? A. This statement was made by Rover to all manufacturers of radiator sealants, as it was considered that these 2 models could suffer a malfunction of their capillary housing unit, being narrower than other vehicles. That seems to suggest it CAN occlude passages. That said, I did order some because I have some very slight seeping at the water gaskets. Allan -- 1991 Vanagon GL |
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