transmission line is leaking a radiator, leaking at rubber hose compression, is there a quicker way to repair than total line replacement?

Asked by John_6404 Apr 09, 2014 at 12:50 AM about the 2005 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 LS Crew Cab 4WD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Chevy truck with 200000 miles and runs great. 5.3 engine with lots of power and don't have time or money to replace whole line set.

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Try a wider clamp to cover the crack in the hose and tighten it up hard.

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