Any way to fix a brand new leaky radiator? :/

**vulcZ** · 04-09-2011, 02:09 PM

The last piece to the puzzle that is my PC arrived today (XSPC RX120 radiator) and it has a leak. Check out the picture I linked.

Anyway to fix this that isn't too complicated? I have some welding experiencing, but if there's an easier solution I'd rather take that route. The leak is very VERY small. A tiny puddle like that one takes maybe 5-10 minutes to form. I really don't want to have to RMA this thing :/ Thanks for any help!

**M.Beier** · 04-09-2011, 02:14 PM

Solder on some soldering tin to seal it, should work.

**theseeker** · 04-09-2011, 02:29 PM

The easiest solution would be to use JB Weld, it is excellent.

**vulcZ** · 04-09-2011, 02:32 PM

Thanks for the advice guys. For jb weld will I have to drain the loop and apply while completely dry? Gosh I hope I don't have to haha

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**theseeker** · 04-09-2011, 02:45 PM

Originally Posted by vulcZ

Thanks for the advice guys. For jb weld will I have to drain the loop and apply while completely dry? Gosh I hope I don't have to haha

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Actually, I believe they make one that works with a little water. Don't hold me too it, but I am pretty sure they do, or I have it confused with something else. Good Luck!

**voigts** · 04-09-2011, 03:07 PM

If its brand new, there is no way I'd do anything but RMA it because you are going to have problems trying to resell it later. Short of an RMA, I too would recommend JB Weld. I would drain the loop to make sure the joint is dry. Don't skimp on the repair. Do it once and do it right.

**WhiteFireDragon** · 04-09-2011, 03:18 PM

perhaps some kind of superglue or epoxy? if it were me though, i would just RMA

**Aaronharmon** · 04-09-2011, 03:22 PM

Rma

**vulcZ** · 04-09-2011, 03:59 PM

Yeah, I'm just going to RMA it

that sucks, another week without being able to complete this build because my weekdays are so busy. It's okay though, because I'd rather do it right. Thankfully I saw this during the leak test and before I put it all together. Thanks for the advice everyone

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**gr1p** · 04-09-2011, 04:22 PM

Thats actually a "good" place for the leak to be.

Will be an easy fix with JB weld like others have said.

I wouldn't worry too much about resale value on a single 120. The value will be minimal anyway and the week downtime would kill me.

**CrazyNutz** · 04-09-2011, 07:17 PM

Um??? Send it back RMA, and have patience

Don't try to rig it up

**Nugz** · 04-10-2011, 01:20 AM

Wow Just a note, I got a XSPC RX240 kit from jabtech (dought that matters) about 2 months ago that did the same thing, I just stoped the pump and dryed it with compressed air and dabbed super glue on the same spot. It's been fine since, you have to use sertain superglue that dryes really fast. It does work.

But wow XSPC radiators suck lol, atleast quality control does. :\

**acutech** · 04-10-2011, 04:55 AM

CrazyNutz is right, I would RMA it too :/

**Wolf132** · 04-12-2011, 08:32 AM

I had a thermochill that did the exact same thing and the only reason it didnt **** my computer up was that it was on the radiator that was outside the case and it was just leaking onto the carpet. Vendor had no problem taking it back after I sent an iphone video of the problem and they even overnighted me a new one so.....

**amagriva** · 04-12-2011, 10:24 AM

Put a raw egg in it...

**Rogue Warrior** · 04-12-2011, 03:41 PM

Think about it..... Would you rather run into the possibility of replacing everything else in your system because of that small MANUFACTURES DEFECT!

I would RMA it! It will look better in the end!

**vulcZ** · 04-12-2011, 04:15 PM

Yep, it's on its way back to SVC

I almost just ordered another and sent this one back in for a refund, just so I can have it sooner, but realistically speaking I wont get around to working on my system till the weekend anyway :/

**Gamb311** · 04-12-2011, 07:28 PM

These are one of the best performing radiators with low rpm fans correct?

(sorry for drail!)

I have 2 that need testing. Gulp

**Serpentarius** · 04-12-2011, 07:47 PM

use epoxy. if u have further worries ... get the 3-tonne strength ones. but i doubt the pump can produce that pressure.

**PatRaceTin** · 04-13-2011, 01:30 AM

Xspc ?

**vulcZ** · 04-13-2011, 03:01 PM

Yep, XSPC RX120 to be exact. I really hope my next one doesn't have a problem, or I'm going to be upset

And yeah this series is supposed to perform well with low RPM fans. I'm using S-Flex F (1600rpm) fans, but I have some S-Flex E laying around I might use instead since they're quieter (1200rpm).

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