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Model A (1928-31)
08-27-2018, 10:41 PM
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Re: Radiator Cleaning and Mess
This thread is almost 6 years old already. If I run into such a rust filled block again, I'll try RUST911 first, as it won't make the mess the vinegar did.
BTW my engine is no longer pukes out...
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Model A (1928-31)
11-15-2012, 12:48 PM
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Yes, had I known it was going to make such a mess, I'd have wrapped a rag around the water pump.
Has anyone tried DERUSTO in the cooling system?
I'm wondering if it's safe for the radiator...
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Model A (1928-31)
10-31-2012, 10:26 PM
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http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o89/Tom_Wesenberg/EngineCleanup_zpsd1236ee2.jpg
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I had to use WD-40 and my...
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10-30-2012, 10:27 PM
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http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o89/Tom_Wesenberg/WaterPumpRebuild_zps6aa17c79.jpg
This probably should have been the start of a new thread, but this is the last step in fixing my cooling...
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Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2012, 09:50 PM
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Re: Radiator Cleaning and Mess
I don't know, but I've seen several "leakless" pumps that leaked or the bearings went out. I'll keep rebuilding them original, except for adding the rear double lip seal.
I wonder if the vinegar...
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Model A (1928-31)
10-29-2012, 08:37 PM
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http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o89/Tom_Wesenberg/EngineClean1928_zps92ef5619.jpg
Today I cleaned the mess off the engine and firewall by using some old outboard mix that came with a 1955...
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Model A (1928-31)
10-28-2012, 08:14 PM
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Re: Radiator Cleaning and Mess
Could be if the tubes were plugged, but I think the problem was the tubes were blocked by rust flakes laying over the openings. A month of vinegar dissolved most of the rust and todays upside down...
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Model A (1928-31)
10-28-2012, 07:18 PM
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Re: Radiator Cleaning and Mess
I'm not ready with rebuilding the original engine yet, but I was trying to get good flow in the original radiator without having to unsolder the tanks to rod it out. :) Just hope no holes show up...
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Model A (1928-31)
10-28-2012, 07:00 PM
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http://i118.photobucket.com/albums/o89/Tom_Wesenberg/RadiatorCleaning3_zps221a7403.jpg
I decided to remove the radiator, lay it flat, fill it with water, and turn it upside down to see if any...
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10-28-2012, 05:36 AM
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Radiator Cleaning and Mess
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