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Anyone know where I can pick up a used radiator? — Brooklynian

Anyone know where I can pick up a used radiator?

flux
flux
edited November -1 in Park Slope
Mine is leaking and previous attempts to stop the leak has failed. I was just informed that i will need to replace it.

Anyone know where they sell used radiators?

Comments

  • idlewild
    idlewild
    Your radiator has a crack in the body or is it leaking where the valve is? Do you know the difference between a steam and hot water radiator? You may not need a new radiator at all, however, if you do you need to make sure of the type you need. I know of a metal collection place on 6th street between 3rd and 2nd Ave near Dykes Lumber in the Slope. I would advise however to buy new from a place like Park Slope Plumbing in case you buy a defect. And you would have a warranty.
  • modsquad
    modsquad
    Idlewild is right about used radiators. Unless the seller will guarantee it it's not worth it. I'm presuming you have steam. A leak in a hot water system is disastrous requiring a complete shut down, steam leaks more annoying. If you're looking to save money, try to get through the heating season with a tray of some sort under the leak (I use a 11x14 darkroom tray). Then you can shop the job around at your leisure.
  • brooklynjack
    brooklynjack
    You didn't say if it is a house or car radiator, yea I know minor details. In any event a agree, go for new. Try Park Slope Plumbing for a house and amazon.com for a car

    When "you where told" ( god I hate passive voice) who were you told by and if they said you need a new one did they offer to replace it? For how much? If you live in a apt (coop or condo) it might be the building's responsability

    houses have water and stem, 1 pipe and 2 pipe steam systems
  • flux
    flux
    sorry...its a house radiator and the threading that connects the radiator to the pipe is bad. I will need a new radiator in order to ensure that it works well. I will give park slope plumbing a call. Thanks for the advice.
  • longtimesloper
    longtimesloper
    If it is the threading that is bad, why can't a good plumber fix that for you? I have had radiators in my house leak and a plumber was able to come and replace the leaking areas for around $160.00.
  • g2bdon
    g2bdon
    Sounds like a steam system and you probably DON'T need a new radiator but a valve assembly. The valve threads onto the pipe coming out of the floor and the other end of the union has to be extracted from the radiator with a special tool (looks like a Christmas tree). Not difficult but be careful; obviously make sure system is off and cooled. Tool can be purchased (about $4.00) and valve (about $12.00) at any plumbing supply. You'll need a heavy pipe wrench to get that piece out of the radiator (use some WD40). Good luck.
  • idlewild
    idlewild
    So is it a hot water or a steam radiator? Post a pic. And is the threading stripped inside the housing of the radiator or one of the connect pipes/valves? If you do buy a new radiator you should measure the room it's in so you can buy the right size (and sections).
  • smokey
    smokey
    G2BDON wrote: Sounds like a steam system and you probably DON'T need a new radiator but a valve assembly. The valve threads onto the pipe coming out of the floor and the other end of the union has to be extracted from the radiator with a special tool (looks like a Christmas tree). Not difficult but be careful; obviously make sure system is off and cooled. Tool can be purchased (about $4.00) and valve (about $12.00) at any plumbing supply. You'll need a heavy pipe wrench to get that piece out of the radiator (use some WD40). Good luck.
    He's right you know.
  • modsquad
    modsquad
    It's called a spud wrench

    http://bungalow23.com/2006/09/27/replacing-a-radiator-valve/

    If your plumber has been honest it is likely a crack in the the body of the radiator around the close nipple, probably due to a previous leak that was fixed by over tightening the valve assembly entering the radiator. The over tightened brass assembly expands more than the cast iron or steel radiators causing undue pressure at that threaded connection which has of course deteriorated over the years and cracked
    To this day I uninstall and install radiators and regret it every time. It is a job for strong young immigrants preferably of the illegal variety.
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