[DML] Re: Radiator care

["DMC Joe" <DMCJOE@xxxx>]

Steve,
Do yourself and your DeLorean a big favor and get rid of the original
plastic side tank radiator. The main problem is that the plastic is now 18
years old and has gotten brittle over the years. What usually happens is as
soon as pressure is applied at the hose connections the plastic cracks or
shatters. In some instances the plastic side tanks, which are press fitted
to the core, will separate from the core when the cooling system pressure
is too high.
All brass replacements are available from all of the parts suppliers.

DMC Joe / DeLorean Services / <dmcjoe@xxxx>
Web Site: <http://www.deloreanservices.com>

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> From: Stephen Jarvis <jarvist@xxxx>
> To: dmcnews@xxxxxxxxxxx
> Subject: [DML] Radiator care
> Date: Sunday, June 20, 1999 9:10 AM
> 
> I just removed my air conditioning condenser due to a leak, and while it
was
> readily accessible I removed the radiator for servicing. I noted the
sides
> of the radiator appear to be a plastic composite which is bonded to the
core. 
> 
> What special care is required for the servicing of this radiator by a
shop??
> As usual, I am paranoid about even the simplest of services by the local
> mechanical shops without a communications meeting with the mechanic.
> 
> The condenser and radiator removal was not a difficult task. By the way,
I
> found a couple of small green satins on the core that were impossible to
see
> without removing the condenser, and the hoses were VERY ridgid, so it was
> worthwhile.
> 
> Steve Jarvis
> #3542
> 
> 
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