03-15-2016, 03:42 PM | #1 |
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Radiator cap
I'm trying to remove the thermometer form a quail radiator cap. I removed the 9/16 brass nut and I can't remove the thermometer. Does it pull out or unscrew? I don't want to break the glass. At times I feel like a bull in a china cabinet.
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03-15-2016, 04:39 PM | #2 |
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Re: Radiator cap
Look at Snyders site to see the replacement for your cap. I clearly shows it is screwed in. Sorry I couldn't put the picture up but I tried to copy and paste and it didn't work.
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03-15-2016, 06:38 PM | #3 | |
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03-15-2016, 06:58 PM | #4 |
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Re: Radiator cap
I think there is some sort of sealer around the thermometer. If the quail hasn't fallen off like mine did, you may not be able to see it.
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03-15-2016, 07:27 PM | #5 |
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Re: Radiator cap
Yep, just did a search:
"To replace the thermometer, you have to remove the metal plug at the bottom of the Motometer probe (the portion that extends down into the radiator neck)--it's just crimped in place, and then "dig out" the grout that surrounds and secures the glass thermometer--use old dental scrapers for this, they work just fine. http://forums.aaca.org/topic/91029-boyce-motometers/ |
03-17-2016, 04:14 PM | #6 | |
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03-17-2016, 05:31 PM | #7 |
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Re: Radiator cap
I was able to turn my thermometer in the quail by removing the brass nut and then gently turn the brass base of the thermometer with a pair of pliers. I wrapped the brass base with a soft cloth first. Be gentle!
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