Since the radiator cover was likely made before 1978, we tested for lead paint with alead test kit, and the base layer did show to contain lead. The piece had some areas of chipping paint that needed to be removed prior to repainting, and thus I’d be disturbing some of that original ...
By painting an isolation coat,it provides an even sheen and a glass-like surface, so when you apply the final varnish, it will just glide on. It’s a bit like laying a thin glass sheet over the paint surface and then applying a varnish to the glass. So rather than the varnish soakin...
This is highly dependent on how you use the vehicle. If you're frequently traveling solo on short trips, your car may not get too dirty, and your interior may not need to be swept out frequently. On the other hand, if you are a long-distance road tripper or tote kids to and fro,...
Paint and rust can keep epoxy from sealing a cracked radiator properly. Cast iron radiators can produce reliable heat in buildings for decades at a time but do break down eventually. Since cast iron is such a brittle material, it is prone to cracks. A cracked radiator will begin to leak a...
All modern automotive engines are liquid-cooled, and the cooling system is essential to keep these engines from overheating. Radiator hoses carry coolant, or antifreeze, between the engine and radiator. Over time, a radiator hose is... READ...
to use the putty when it is too hard will prove an almost impossible task. Heat your hands on a radiator or rub them together and roll the substance in both hands for several minutes. Plumbers and DIYers who do not soften putty prior to use are faced with a much more difficult process...
Warm the canvas next to the radiator to make sure there is no water in the canvas to prevent blooming. 1.Get a clean, wide brush– I usually use a 2 inch flat nylon brush, you can use a ‘varnish’ brush but it is not essential. I wouldn’t recommend a decorators brush as it wi...
The cooling system in Dodge Chargers needs regular attention to avoid overheating issues. Ensure the coolant levels and the radiator and hoses are leak-free. Periodic flushing of the cooling system can prevent the buildup of deposits that could impair its efficiency. Overheating can lead to sever...
the cord enters the metal frame, contact between the metal current conductor and the metal frame could make the whole appliance alive with electricity. Touching a charged metal frame of the appliance while simultaneously touching a water faucet or a radiator will make the current surge through you...
We used to drain old coolant into a pan and use it for weed control around the garage. Or, we poured it into the sink--then flushed the radiator with water from the garden hose. Most of the heavy-metal-laden spillage went into the driveway, and thence into the gutter and storm drain...