Bill Mantz wrote:
>
> I want to add an easier way to drain the crossflow type radiator in the
> 71 Midget while I have it out. Would the best placement for the petcock
> be in the crossover pipe or left corner of Radiator. If anyone else has
> made this modification and would care to share their expertrise I would
> appreciate it.
The earlier cross flow cross over pipes had a drain plug in the center.
It worked fine. Later they eliminated it to save a buck.
Drill out the cross over pipe and thread it with a 1/8 pipe thread.
Install either a standard petcock or 1/8 pipe plug.
Drilling and tapping the radiator would require some reinforcment where
the threads will be going. Not a good idea unless you can braze in a
hunk of something to withstand the new threads and plug.
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Frank Clarici
Toms River, NJ
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