Radiator replacement adventure (split, leaking)

[cyclopathic]

It was at the seal between the metal fingers and the plastic I was mistaken before.

Aah,... had seen it happen typical place.

[poorman1]

Try tightening with a pair of channel loc pliers

[Daox]

I agree with poorman1.

Alternatively, find a manual trans radiator from a salvage yard for way cheaper than $350.

Car-part.com shows on in Pittsburgh for $70 (plus shipping).

[cyclopathic]

Try tightening with a pair of channel loc pliers

have tried something similar in the past; didn't work for too long

[poorman1]

I did it and its still working 8 years later
So 100% chance of short term success, and 50% chance of long term success
I say give it a try