1965 Honda S600
What are the odds of having two of these classic radiators in our workshop at the same time
Radiators
Electrolysis
Electrolysis or ‘stray current’ caused this corrosion. Have a look at the ends of the tubes and see how they have been corroded away by stray electric current running through the radiator. This was a radiator from a BMW and was only 6 months old.
Radiator Caps
Also known as Pressure Caps, these small bits of the cooling system are often ignored for the entire life of the vehicle. They are an important part of the modern cooling system that is designed to run under much higher pressures that those of yesteryear. Unexplained water loss or temperature read more…
Electrolysis
Some further literature on electrolysis (also known as ‘stray current’) Electrolysis in an automotive cooling system can be hazardous to the lifespan of metal and in particular aluminium. It is often left unnoticed until it is too late and leaks have already begun forming. Electrolysis is extremely corrosive and eats away read more…
Overheating Car
Car came in overheating. When the guy pulled one of the tanks off, this is what he found. Only 4 tubes flowing in the entire radiator. No wonder it was overheating. A good clean out and it was good to go again. Another happy customer. Summer is here, and that read more…