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radiator re-core

Post by MCobb » Wed Feb 15, 2023 3:48 pm

I need my brass T radiator re-cored. I am in the Chicago suburbs. Can anyone recommend a radiator shop?


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Re: radiator re-core

Post by MCobb » Thu Feb 16, 2023 1:58 pm

Does anybody have experience with Rex Radiator in Bensenville IL?


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Re: radiator re-core

Post by John kuehn » Thu Feb 16, 2023 3:04 pm

They do show what looks like a 24-25 T Touring in one of their adds. Seemingly they recore antique radiators along with just about anything else. They seem to be radiator builders besides being auto radiator only. https://www.rexradiator.com/about-us/why-rex/

Call and ask if they have done a T Brass radiator for more information. Just my opinion.


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Re: radiator re-core

Post by MCobb » Mon Feb 27, 2023 4:10 pm

Thanks. I'll give them a try.

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Re: radiator re-core

Post by Oldav8tor » Mon Feb 27, 2023 8:41 pm

Let us know what you find out
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