Repairing rad bleed valves

[davidmiller]

Got a radiator with some very bad bleed valves. I would like a quick fix if possible to get it through the winter then maybe replace the rad.
I've seen videos where you screw in a a plug but looking at these i can't really believe it's possible. So thought I'd ask if there's a way to get these out? Cheers.

 

[terryplumb]

Pictures of your rad/ valves would be helpful.

 

[Andydevon]

I have used these in the past and work very well.

https://www.screwfix.com/p/essentials-radiator-vents-blanking-plugs-nickel-2-pack/40972

 

[steven lee]

I agree with Andy on this one. Once the bleed screws are chewed up that badly, blanking plugs are the simplest fix and much cheaper than a new rad. I usually swap the lot for brass plugs and fit a decent bleed valve on the other end of the radiator so you can still bleed it easily.