Thanks Tom. Ya I figured that if I pressurized the rad with water, I'd see any leaks. Unearthed the radiator from it's basement dwelling. Can barely see core via inlet but inlet/outlet and what I can see of tank look pretty clean. Some quick pics of the radiator: https://picasaweb.google.com/musomuso/UsedWBXRadiator In hindsight, the cut wires may indicate that the PO pulled this from a scrap Vanagon. I thought he bought it new! ;) My 1988 Westy runs ok but there is a noticeable difference in temp gauge if heater is on or off (closed). I need to confirm temps with my infrared "gun". Neil.
On 1/5/14, Tom Hargrave <thargrav@hiwaay.net> wrote: > Leaks are easy - .... > Internal corrosion and lime deposits are tougher. You can get an idea of how > bad the lime deposits may be by looking through the inlet & outlet > fittings. > > Considering how rare some parts are getting I'd suggest taking a hard look > at the outside. If everything looks good & straight then take it to your > local radiator shop, have them go through it then hang it up somewhere as a > spare.
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