How to test radiator for leaks outside of car?
Is there a way to test a radiator outside of the car for leaks? I have an extra sitting around and have no clue how to pressure test it, especially since there are no cap fittings on the top of these things.
|
Cap all the access points to the radiator and thread a high pressure air line into one. Submerge the radiator in a tub of water, then pressurize the radiator.
If you get bubbles than you have a leak. No bubbles means no leak :) |
Originally Posted by fendamonky
(Post 12452598)
Cap all the access points to the radiator and thread a high pressure air line into one. Submerge the radiator in a tub of water, then pressurize the radiator.
If you get bubbles than you have a leak. No bubbles means no leak :) |
Get two silicone couplers, bolt one side to radiator and a plug to the other?
If you have a ratty old radiator hose that you can cut up than I figure that would work too. Any half decent radiator shop should be able to do this for a minimal fee. |
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.rx7...c7cacce076.jpg
Thanks for the tip, Fendamonky, I should have just gone to a radiator shop in the first place. |
All times are GMT -5. The time now is 07:54 AM. |
© 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands