Re: Radiator Leak

Posted by Marco on May 12, 1998 at 10:45:59

In Reply to: Radiator Leak
posted by Scott Houtz on May 11, 1998 at 14:52:13

Scott,
I am not sure how well stop leak will work in your case but would consider trying it. My particular concern is the potential loss of another original radiator. If your's is a '30-31 (I don't remember), look at the background on my Barnyard Tourmap page (link below). If it matches your radiator core it will confirm that no replacement has already occurred. If it is a '28-29, the core will have straight fins and round tubes with lengthwise seams.
As Ted said, many radiator shops will ruin even a good original. If the radiator is clean and will hold two pounds pressure, it will serve you well for many years. There are many "old timers" in the business that would know how to work with an original. If it's a nice original and you can't find someone qualified to work on it consider buying another set of tanks for a recore and set your radiator aside.
Just another perspective! Good luck,
Marco
The Barnyard Tourmap

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