Radiator drain valve broken?

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Looked under the truck today to see a pool of radiator fluid. The drain valve on the bottom won't stop leaking! its turned all the way in and has a fast drip. I have tried turning the valve open and close quite a few times to see if sludge is built up in there.

Can I pull this plug out and get a new one or do I have to get a complete new radiator?

 

[joefarmer]

It's probably just slid out too far. turn and push in. if that doesn't work, push harder.

 

[9 LIVES]

Not sure how much it will take to break this little plastic bastrd! but im sure ill find out :redx:

 

[9 LIVES]

The harder I turn and the more I push lets more fluid out! If I loosen it a tad and turn the valve horizontal its just a fast drip. If I try turning it back in while pushing it then releases it to a straight flowing stream.

 

[mech2161]

Check your local parts store. The twist part and rubber washer are available for most radiators.

 

[9 LIVES]

I picked up the two rubber seals hopefully that will stop it from leaking.