radiator cleanup
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radiator cleanup
The picture is sideways, could not figure out how to change it. Anyone have any chemical suggestions that will clean this radiator up inside and out where it will be ready for some paint? It's out of a 56 f100
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Maybe just taking it to a radiator shop would be cheaper and safer. They usually paint it for you too as part of the price.
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That thing looks pretty bad. Unless you can have it checked and reconditioned by a radiator shop, I'd look for another radiator. The blue green area is severe corrosion. Usually when you start seeing that the copper fins are beginning to deteriorate. 
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You need a radiator shop my friend. Even the best looking specimens hide their innards - only by having it boiled and pressure tested will you know. Rolling the dice will get you 15 miles from home with a confirmed diagnosis.
A good shop will get you in and out for under $100
DW
A good shop will get you in and out for under $100
DW
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Joined: Nov 2011
Posts: 4,685
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From: Northville, MI
You need a radiator shop my friend. Even the best looking specimens hide their innards - only by having it boiled and pressure tested will you know. Rolling the dice will get you 15 miles from home with a confirmed diagnosis.
A good shop will get you in and out for under $100
DW
A good shop will get you in and out for under $100
DW
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