Radiator Repair
Keep Your Engine Cool with Expert Car Radiator Repair in Hoppers Crossing
Coolant light on? Temp needle creeping up? If you’re after car radiator repair in Hoppers Crossing, we’ll get to the root cause—not just the symptom. Since 1992, Joe (30+ years in the trade) and our team (75+ years combined) have helped locals avoid blown head gaskets, mystery leaks, and repeat visits with clear diagnostics and straight advice.
Why Drivers Choose Us
- Local, independent workshop at Factory 2-3/51 Industrial Ave, Hoppers Crossing; easy parking, fast drop-offs
- Same-day cooling system diagnosis with a plain-English “what’s wrong / what to do / what it’ll cost” plan
- We pressure-test the system, test the radiator cap, and check fan operation; no guesswork
- Photos or a quick call before we replace anything; you approve the work
- Quality parts and correct coolant spec (no mixing)—backed by workmanship, you can talk to a human about
What We Fix (Cooling System Specialists)
Our car radiator repair in Hoppers Crossing covers:
- Radiator repairs & replacement (tanks, cores, caps) done to stop the leak—not hide it
- Coolant flushing with vacuum-fill bleeding, so airlocks don’t come back to bite you
- Thermostats (stuck open/closed) to stabilize temperature and stop yo-yo gauges
- Hoses and clamps (swelling, soft spots, splits) before they fail on the freeway
- Heater repairs, head gasket checks (block test to detect combustion gases)
- Full pressure testing and UV dye leak detection to find the real culprit fast
Common Signs You Need Us
- Overheating in traffic, but fine on the highway (often a fan or airflow issue)
- A coolant puddle or a sweet smell under the nose of the car
- Brown/sludgy coolant, or you’re topping up more than once a month
- Temp gauge surging after short trips (thermostat or air in the system)
- Cabin heater weak or cold at idle (flow issue or low coolant)
Booking & Contact
Need to book? We’re open Monday to Friday, 8:00 am–5:00 pm (weekends closed). For car radiator repair in Hoppers Crossing, call 03 9369 5511 or email defina.automotive@gmail.com. You can also hit Make a Booking—we’ll confirm your spot and, if you’ve got it handy, your registration so we can line up parts faster. Find us at Factory 2-3/51 Industrial Ave, Hoppers Crossing VIC 3029.
Frequently Asked Questions
Inspection is typically same day. Simple hose/cap fixes can be same-day; replacement may take longer if parts are special-ordered. We’ll confirm timelines upfront so you can plan.
Best not. Small leaks become big tows. If you must move the car, keep trips short, watch the gauge, and don’t open the radiator cap when hot. It’s a scald risk.
System pressure test, cap test, UV dye for hidden leaks, thermostat operation, fan and relay check, coolant condition test, and a block test if we suspect head gasket issues.
Yes. We follow manufacturer-appropriate procedures, including correct coolants and bleeding methods for hybrid inverter loops.
A stable cooling system supports reliability and emissions performance—both matter for a roadworthy inspection. Tell us if you’re preparing for a certificate and we’ll check to that standard.