Will K-Seal hurt your engine?

No. Scientifically tested, K‑Seal will not cause any harm to your car or its engine, nor will it damage the pump. It simply does what it says on the bottle: seals holes in your coolant system and cracks in your head gasket with ease, without the risk of blockages.
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Is K-Seal a good idea?

So, in conclusion, this product completely worked for me when I did not at all expect it to. It is a darn good product at an amazing price, and therefore definitely worth a shot before replacing components of your engine cooling system. I had good results, and anticipate continued performance.
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Will radiator stop leak harm my engine?

When you carefully follow the instructions for our engine, radiator or other stop leak products, there is no risk of damage. Always remember these points: Bar's Leaks stop leak products work for small to moderate leaks.
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When can you drive after using K-Seal?

Once K-Seal has been added allow the vehicle to idle for about 20 – 30 minutes. Higher revs or driving the vehicle will increase pressures in the cooling system which can sometimes make a repair more difficult, in particular with head gasket issues (see additional instructions below).
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Can you pour K-Seal directly into radiator?

Do not pour K-Seal directly onto the radiator core. If you are concerned coolant flow is obstructed we recommend flushing the cooling system prior to using any K-Seal products.
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Will K-Seal fix a cracked head?

Just one bottle of K-Seal ULTIMATE is enough to fix blown head gaskets and cracked heads in cars, SUVs and small trucks. For larger engines, simply use two bottles.
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What is the safest radiator stop leak?

#1 Best Overall: Bar's Leaks Liquid Aluminum Stop Leak. #2 Runner-Up: K-Seal ST5501 Pour & Go Leak Repair. #3 Best Powder: AlumAseal Radiator Stop Leak Powder. #4 Best Tablet: Bar's Leaks HDC Radiator Stop Leak Tablet.
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Will K-Seal mess up my car?

Is K-Seal bad for your car? No. Scientifically tested, K‑Seal will not cause any harm to your car or its engine, nor will it damage the pump. It simply does what it says on the bottle: seals holes in your coolant system and cracks in your head gasket with ease, without the risk of blockages.
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Can radiator stop leak cause overheating?

And thanks to its scientifically tested formula, there is no risk that this radiator stop leak will cause overheating.
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Can you put radiator stop leak in coolant reservoir?

Can Bar's Leaks® Radiator Stop Leak be installed in existing antifreeze coolant? Yes, Bar's Leaks works with all types and colors of antifreeze coolant and/or water.
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Is K-Seal a temporary fix?

Coolant leaks don't have to result in costly repair bills – simply add K-Seal to your coolant system for a quick and permanent fix.
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How fast does K-Seal work?

It'll take 5 minutes for your engine to reach operating temperature.
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How many times can you use radiator stop leak?

So how long can you expect them to last? It depends. If the leak is mild to moderate, we've had customers run 10,000-50,000 miles with no further issues. If the leak is more severe, or on the edge of becoming severe, the repair might last a shorter duration.
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Will Stop leak fix a heater core?

Our Bar's Leaks Liquid Aluminum Heater Core Stop Leak is a one-of-a-kind solution that is guaranteed to safely and easily seal leaks in plastic, aluminum and metal radiators, heater cores, gaskets and freeze plugs.
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Is K-Seal any good for head gasket?

K-Seal ULTIMATE is the simple, permanent fix for blown head gaskets, cracked heads and blocks, and porous engine blocks. Our unique formula works with all water-cooled engines – there's no need to drain or flush your cooling system, and it doesn't matter what kind of antifreeze or coolant you've used previously.
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Will K-Seal stop overheating?

If you are losing coolant and your engine is overheating, then you can use K-Seal to quickly and safely stop the leak.
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Will K-Seal stop white smoke?

K-Seal can fix water loss and white smoke from your car exhaust. Thick white smoke pouring from the exhaust is usually due to a crack in the cylinder head, engine block or head gasket.
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What is the best engine stop leak?

If you're looking for universal protection, then Lucas Oil 10278 Engine Oil Stop Leak is the best engine oil stop leak product on the market. Customers who want to stop leaks and save money should use ATP AT-205 Re-Seal Stops Leaks.
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Are radiator sealants safe?

This latter is very dangerous because the solidified clumps of sealant prevent various nooks and crannies inside the engine from being cooled by the coolant, so they overheat and distort. Once solidified the material cannot be washed away or, as far as we know, dissolved in anything.
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Does K-Seal contain sodium silicate?

K-Seal does not contain any sodium silicate so there is no need to drain or flush the cooling system and it is safe to add to all types of antifreeze available today.
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Will K-Seal stop a water pump leak?

K-Seal can repair most leaks in your engine's water pump casing and seals.
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