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03-17-2017, 10:08 PM | #1 |
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Eaton radiator cap
Hi, who are the experts on the Eaton two piece radiator caps?
I purchased an original cap today at a swap meet but the top is damaged. Does removing the centre rivet allow the locking centre to be removed from the shell or do you guys have a better way of repairing the stainless steel top. The knurling and base are good. Thanks Richard |
03-17-2017, 10:15 PM | #2 |
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Re: Eaton radiator cap
MARC had an article in their magazine a while back. I don't know the issue.
Here it is; “Stainless Steel Cap Dent Removal”: Model A News /56/2/17 (2009)
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03-18-2017, 03:48 AM | #3 |
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the answer is no the rivet only holds the inner parts together. you need to peel the upper part of the cap off,
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03-18-2017, 05:13 AM | #4 |
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Re: Eaton radiator cap
I've been told it's been done by heating the edge with a torch and pulling with pliers to separate the halves works. I've also been told soldering "dent pullers" (wire or metal rods) works. I have yet to try either. The article mentioned above involves slicing the interior half at the edge to release the pressure and pulling apart wth pliers.
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03-22-2017, 07:19 PM | #5 |
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