heat exchange unit

[QuickMick]

I found that my heat exchange unit had sprung a leak. after replacing the bottom plate and gasket (the suspected leak) i reinstalled it only to find it was still leaking... that the units seam had failed. being that it is copper i cant weld it, but my buddy said we might be able to braze it.

im starting to get frustrated with this darn thing, and am wondering if it is worth it to attempt this procedure. my question is, do i need it? im in north texas in fresh water that never freezes... is there any reason not to just remove the thing and use a freshwater only system to cool the engine, or should i attempt to braze the thing?

thanks
Quinn

[tommays]

I would keep the heat exchanger as the motors just run better at the higher temp they allow

I would take it to a GOOD radiator shop as a bad DIY job could make it junk for sure

[mitchbrown]

You might try to get a piece of copper sheet and solder it over the bad area. you will have to get things shiney clean with a wire wheel or emery cloth.

Good luck

Mitch