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Old 06-02-2021, 03:37 PM
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Originally Posted by Sugar Bear View Post
An infrared thermometer is good for locating blockages in a radiator, they show as cool spots where the hot coolant cannot pass through and/or is restricted and transfers less heat.

As stated, if it's a 38 year old radiator it would be best to replace if it shows the slightest blockage or leakage. A new radiator makes a BIG improvement in cooling.

Good luck!!!
Interesting…

Is it possible to have a 38 year old original radiator, well cared for, leak free, sludge free etc, that has still lost efficiency?

From what I’m gathering, these things experience internal corrosion no matter what.
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