Radiator leaking at neck. Can I just solder it like I would copper pipes?

Discussion in 'Wrenchin' Secrets' started by garybuick, Jun 18, 2016.

  1. garybuick

    garybuick Time Traveler

    I found a radiator on CL today and fits perfect. 3 core. fits my rubbers and A.T. lines in the right place. The only leaks I found is one at the neck. Can I just sandpaper the area, heat it up with propane torch, put a dab of flux an solder it? It is a tiny tiny leak. Please advise.

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  2. Briz

    Briz Founders Club Member

    You can. just dont get it to hot. slow and easy on the heat till it sucks in the solder.
     
  3. TheSilverBuick

    TheSilverBuick In the Middle of No Where

    I have. I had the overflow tube break off and likewise soldered a new one into place.
     
  4. garybuick

    garybuick Time Traveler

    what kind of solder and flux should I use? propane torch ok? also have electric solder gun.

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  5. Briz

    Briz Founders Club Member

    Propane is fine. Solder just as you would any copper pipe. The cleaner the better.
     
  6. garybuick

    garybuick Time Traveler

    Worked perfect. Thanks Briz & SB.
     

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