Power Wahser to Clean Rear Radiator
I would like to clean my rear radiator more often but I have been told (by two different repair shops) that I need heated water or steam and at least 2000 psi. You spray straight on so the fins do not...
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Received a Private Message asking how to extend the slobber tube on the Cat 3126/C7. So, here goes:
Present tube is 1" ID and end is slanted.
Cut end off square.
Insert 1" barb to barb fitting (any hardware store-- metal or plastic fine)
Use a couple of feet (buy 4' to be safe) of oil resistant 1" ID hose to the barb.
Secure both original and new hose with hose clamps. (buy two hose clamps)
Use a couple of zip ties to secure the extension to exit behind the fan shroud, so no oil/water vapor will be sucked into the fan.
IMPORTANT: Be sure the hoses run down hill only (no drip loop), as in below freezing conditions, moisture in a drip loop could condense, freeze and block the hose. If you are never, never in below freezing conditions, this is not an issue.
And, as stated before, make sure you are not overfilling your engine crankcase, or it WILL spit it out.
Present tube is 1" ID and end is slanted.
Cut end off square.
Insert 1" barb to barb fitting (any hardware store-- metal or plastic fine)
Use a couple of feet (buy 4' to be safe) of oil resistant 1" ID hose to the barb.
Secure both original and new hose with hose clamps. (buy two hose clamps)
Use a couple of zip ties to secure the extension to exit behind the fan shroud, so no oil/water vapor will be sucked into the fan.
IMPORTANT: Be sure the hoses run down hill only (no drip loop), as in below freezing conditions, moisture in a drip loop could condense, freeze and block the hose. If you are never, never in below freezing conditions, this is not an issue.
And, as stated before, make sure you are not overfilling your engine crankcase, or it WILL spit it out.
