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I got a decent looking radiator with a bunch of Triumph stuff & am considering replacing the one currently on my TR250.

Any thoughts to pressure checking the radiator at home prior to installing it?

Though maybe I could block off hoses & drain, attach pressure gauge & use a hand pump to check. Only need 15 or so pounds anyway.

Anyone have an experience & or ideas? I don't have a rad pressure tester, just a vacuum/pressure gauge.
 
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I think it is hardly worth the trouble. Any radiator shop will do it for a few dollars. It really needs to be sealed, air pressurized, & submerged in water.
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Thanks, your probably right.
 
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