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Radiator Cleaning

Discussion in 'Wrangler YJ (1986-1995)' started by Jeeper304, May 2, 2017.

  1. May 2, 2017 at 1:46 PM
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    Jeeper304

    Jeeper304 [OP] New Member

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    What is the best way to clean the radiator on my 1992 Wrangler?
     
  2. May 2, 2017 at 3:35 PM
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    chris4x4

    chris4x4 With sufficient thrust, pigs fly just fine Moderator

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    Are you talking about cleaning the fins?
     
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  3. Oct 18, 2017 at 2:37 PM
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    Rambler

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    Replace it 1-800-Radiator, seriously if its ten years old its shot. Don't chance your engine.
     
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  4. Oct 18, 2017 at 3:10 PM
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    Offroad798

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    I would agree with Rambler and replace it. Lots of good aftermarket radiators. Good luck -
     
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  5. Oct 18, 2017 at 3:48 PM
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    JEEP # 5

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    If the radiator can take it Muratic Acid can be found at grocery stores by the large bottle. Best way to do it though is lay the empty radiator down flat on the ground away from everything like on the cement in the back yard or similar. Leave an old cap on it. Close off the bottom. Fill from the only remaining hole. Leave it lay there for couple hours. It will get warm. Then empty into safe bucket or container. The acid is household and not too strong but yet strong enough to clean out some gunk. Replace the cap with a new one and be sure to flush with plenty of water. Shaky, Shaky! I used this method on my 55 Williy's truck radiator back in the day. Don't inhale :anonymous:.

    Eventually I got a new one as I also changed to a V-8.

    Good luck!!
     
  6. Oct 18, 2017 at 6:15 PM
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    JKBob 25

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    Don'tinhale :anonymous:. Hahahaha. :rofl:. Saw some one that did. Theres no emogie for flat on his back. LOL.
     
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  7. Oct 19, 2017 at 6:58 AM
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    JEEP # 5

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    I know what you mean. I cracked up at the bag guy also. :D
     
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