Liquid Glass

[justageek]

Someone told me to put liquid glass in my radiator, is this safe?
And how long will it last?
Where can I buy it?

[supercharged]

Liquid Glass in a radiator? You mean Liquid Glass paint sealant, or maybe some kind od radiator seal? Has the person that recommended that you do that done that to THEIR OWN car?

[Reddwarf]

It is sold at AG and I've seen it at PepBoy's. But I can't imagine putting in the radiator!

http://www.autogeek.net/liquidglass.html

The company also has a website with product information.

[ScottB]

Someone told me to put liquid glass in my radiator, is this safe?
And how long will it last?
Where can I buy it?

Water Wetter maybe ... Liquid Glass, doubtful !

[texasdan]

What is your goal?

Stop a leak? Run cooler? Lubricate Water Pump?

[sparkie]

Liquid Glass in a radiator? Why? For what? Sound like some one pulling your leg!

[justageek]

I had more than one person to tell me this, if you blow a headgaset, I was up by Indianapolis, when it happen , this guy has race cars and has used it more than once, he said he got it from CVS drug store's .
They said to drain all fluids, put the Liquid Glass in the radiator, run it for about 15 min. drain , put in new coolent, oil ?

[Meghan]

I had more than one person to tell me this, if you blow a headgaset, I was up by Indianapolis, when it happen , this guy has race cars and has used it more than once, he said he got it from CVS drug store's .
They said to drain all fluids, put the Liquid Glass in the radiator, run it for about 15 min. drain , put in new coolent, oil ?

I think we are talking about two different products.

[Al-53]

you sure he was not talking about liquid Draino...LOL...or Liquid Plummer...

I can not see any advantage to a product like LG doing anything to correct a head gasket leak..but never know...we use to use ground pepper in the old days to fix a small radiator leak..and it worked..lol

AL

[William's_Detail]

Hi,
Liquid Glass is a generic term for Sodium Silicate. It is the active ingredient in Cargo Block Sealer, K-W Block Sealer and many others. I have used it several times to repair head gaskets and even a cracked head on a Ford Taurus 2.5L . It can be purchased full strength in 30 ounce jars similar in looks to a mayonnaise jar at most old-time drug stores for about $12.00 and is commonly used as a concrete sealer.

To prepare for automotive use, mix entire 30 ounce jar with a gallon of water, shake vigorously and set aside.

To use it on a leaking head gasket, block or head follow these steps:
1) Drain radiator and block then flush out to remove any antifreeze.
2) After re-installing lower hose or radiator drain plug pour in mixture and then top off with water.
3) Drive car as you normally would for 30 minutes to one hour. Do not allow engine to overheat by running out of water. Depending on severity of leak your drive time will vary.
4) Park car and allow water to cool so you can remove hose and let radiator and block drain completely.
5) Allow car to remain parked overnight or longer for product to dry.
6) Re-install hoses, refill with water to test drive. If the leak is sealed, drain water and refill with proper coolant/water mixture.

Note: Liquid Glass MUST be air-dried in order to harden. Steps 4 and 5 are critical for success. Pouring it into the radiator and just driving will not work and is a total waste of money. Be sure to FLUSH ANTIFREEZE from system BEFORE pouring Liquid Glass Mixture into radiator.

I have used this product several times and have told others about it at my parts store and they have always had good results.
If you are uncomfortable with it, research it on Google.com or Ask.com.
I cannot and do not assume any responsibility, I am only reporting my past experiences with the product.

William