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Subject:Re: Radiator flush
From:Bob Stevens
Date:Sun, 4 Apr 2010 10:17:34 -0600

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On Sun, Apr 4, 2010 at 10:06 AM, Zoltan <thewestyman@gmail.com> wrote:

> I don't remember seeing a posting about how to flush a radiator to get out
> all the deposits.  And what kind of liquid to use to free the deposits up.
>  I can hook up a separate pump with two different hoses to it, so only the
> radiator would be involved.  Do I need a certain pressure to push out the
> dirt?  Do I need to do it both direction?
> Anyone know anything about this kind of work?  Do I need a filter with
> flush like that?
> I have tried to hook up the garden hose, but other than the water going
> through freely, I did not achive any positive result.
> Maybe I have to soak it with some liquid inside for a day to lift the
> deposits, then flush?
> Zoltan
>