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Originally Posted by walkerlakeprinter
Someone must have some good advice for me. The side of my old radiator has come loose and I want to get it back together. Can I use regular solder and a propane torch? Look at the attached photo and tell me what you would do. Thanks.
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I would investigate first why it came apart! Next,Just a question or two? Have you done this kind of soldering before?
There is an art to applying the right amount of heat, to get 60/40 acid solder with some acid flux to flow and bond without affecting surrounding areas that are soldered. Best to put a wet rag on areas you do not want solder to melt. Do you believe you can do that? If so, go for it! What is the worst that can happen? You might eventually have to take the radiator in to a radiator guy! But, the upside of doing it yourself, is if you are successful, you have some pride in your ability, and if the radiator guy has to fix it, you wallet is a little thinner. Go for it!