QuikSteel Epoxy

[titelines]

Has anyone out there ever used Quiksteel Epoxy Sealer for minor leaks on your car? How did it work?

Thanks!

[Jeremy airjer W]

Its a band-aide. If you look underneath the wound is still there. Now you have a false sense of security and a known problem that can reoccur at any time. In a pinch you have to do what you can. when you get a chance fix it right and the problem is resolved.

[titelines]

Thanks Airjer, that's what I figured. I've got a couple small pinhole leaks in the oil pan of our "cabin beater" car. The quote was almost $500.00 to fix it "right", which I agree is the best thing to do. But, for a car that sees only occasional weekend use (and is only worth $500.00 itself), I'd sure like to try a cheap alternative to see if it'll hold it for awhile.

[theoilman]

I used JB weld to patch an oil pan once - on the vehicle. Oil level must be well below area to be patched, cleaned with brake cleaner, sanded well with a medium grit paper to scuff it thoroughly, cleaned again, used masking tape to build a dam around the area, mixed and applied the JB weld liberally, over 5 years later it was still holding and no leaks. Change the oil after finishing - you don't want any trace of the brake cleaner in the oil.

[titelines]

That's perfect Oilman -Thanks! I'll add it to my to-do list and give it a try!