Radiator Tails

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Wasn't sure whether to post here or in Tools/Materials but here goes. Can anyone suggest a way of tightening radiator tails without using a radiator tail spanner? I need to change a leaking valve on one of my radiators but can't tighten the new tail up and the speciliast spanners are a bit pricey for a one off job?? I've fitted TRV valves elsewhere and the tails for them all had an external hexagonal section so could be tightened with a normal spanner but the stand valve i've bought doesn't have this.

Do i have any option but to fork out for a new tool??
 
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Surely you're not talking about the rad tail allen key worth a couple of quid are you?
 
Surely you're not talking about the rad tail allen key worth a couple of quid are you?

I wasn't - wasn't aware of their existance - i was talking about a 'multi size radiator key' which says its for fixing radiator tails - starting at £21 and up. Will have a look for the tail allen key and if they're a couple of quid - thats my problem solved. Thank you for highlighting my ignorance - knew there must be a more basic tool for the job!!
 
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either to go a plumbers merchants or car repair shop you will get a 1/2" allan key there
 
Except they're 12mm not 1/2"

I bought a 12mm hex socket from a car shop, fits my 1/2"ratchet :cool:
 
£21.00 :eek: was that for a Rotten Bugger one (rothenburger)
 
If you are stuck tighten the tail on to the valve then turn the valve to screw it in. If it slips it is not tight enough.
 

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