*URGENT* Leak from Rad Elbow

[rvp]

This should do the trick

http://www.screwfix.com/p/radiator-spanner/11467


This will do the trick
http://www.screwfix.com/p/rothenberger-uni-spanner/95088[/QUOTE]

Cheers newboy, if my free method does not work I'll consider them.

 

[Burnerman]

If you have a large pair of mole grips and the strength of a bear then the tail should unscrew.....but if you nack it, it will be a pain in the ass.
I'd go for the Screwfix key that newboy recommends.....it could also be used for fixing the new tail.
Keep us informed!
John

 

[rvp]

If you have a large pair of mole grips and the strength of a bear then the tail should unscrew.....but if you nack it, it will be a pain in the ass.
I'd go for the Screwfix key that newboy recommends.....it could also be used for fixing the new tail.
Keep us informed!
John

Success! I had to abandon the free method as I was getting no where fast.

I nipped out to Screwfix and bought the Hex key in newboys post and it came off in seconds with a bit of brute force just shows you, you have to have the right tools for the job.

I just need to make sure everything is water tight now! am sure I'll run in to problems and be back on here

I bought some Fernox LS-X whilst I was in Screwfix alonf with the pfte tape I already have.

Fingers crossed.

 

[rvp]

Thought I'd update this.

Good news is the joints seem to be ok! BUT...


Radiator has had it unfortunately I am getting a pinprick leak at the corner of the Rad - corrosion I think so new Radiator it is tomorrow!

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• 11 Jan 2015
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I did try sealing it with Fernox LS-X but it still drips, so I'll buy a new 'un - any recommendations appreciated, has to be 111mm x 736mm.


I am guessing it is a straight swap over or is there anything I should be aware of?

I'll be glad when I put this to bed!