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Got chance to work on the radiator upgrade ...

Removed the stock radiator

The all aluminum aftermarket radiator is bigger than the stock one

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Transferred the cooling fan

Moji this the long reach hose clamp you were asking .... when it's locked you can easily move the clamp

the top clamp is easy enough

you'll appreciate the clamp pliers when space gets constricted ... like for the bottom hose clamp

pliers is in clamp grip lock position so you can easily install the clamp into position

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The fastest and easiest way to bleed the engine coolant system out of air pockets

just install the funnel and add coolant ... rev lock the engine to 2K and when it gets hot enough to open the thermostat then air pockets will automatically be bled

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There's one hiccup. The Spoon Sports radiator cap does not fit the new aluminum radiator ...... funny but the Spoon Cap cost a bit more than half the radiator price. Will keep it ... maybe when I have an aluminum Tiig welder I'll replace the radiator mouth to one that fits the spoon cap.

It was not necessary to remove the front bumper to replace the radiator .... we just took the chance to replace one defective air horn during the wip

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Converted Pliers Rack

Channellock po ba yung mga kulay lightblue?

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Channellock po ba yung mga kulay lightblue?

Yes those are Channellocks . The top most one which is a bit darker blue is a Klein wire stripper.

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nice setup...hope to have the same soon../.

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nice setup...hope to have the same soon../.

Yes go for it. I got the tools mostly one at a time whenever budget permits. However I stay away from junk tools so no need to repeat the same purchase.

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thanks for the headsup sir... cheers

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Look at this ..... we better think twice before re threading spark plug holes unless the correct tool is available.

According to Machinery's Handbook (24th ed pg 1650), there are four standard SAE spark plug threads, all metric: M18 x 1.5; M14 x 1.25; M12 x 1.25; and M10 x 1.0

The threads for spark plugs have a special tolerance, different from a standard metric tap. Don't go order a metric tap with matching thread specifications, specify a spark plug tap.

If you scroll down, you'll find spark plug tap's
http://www.besly.com/stdtaps.htm

I'll be needing one of this for my car. Just in case ... you'll never know or just simply to clean threads before installing new plugs.

http://www.amazon.com/Lisle-LIS20020-Limited-Access-Chaser/dp/B000XF0P5M/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1345782315&sr=8-6&keywords=lisle+spark+plug+thread+chaser

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Eventually all tools break down ... like my Speedaire air tool automatic lubricator .. it developed a leak at the adjustment cap. A bit expensive to replace in full ... a hassle to order just the part .... I'll try repairs first.

I always stock up on JB Weld products just for these unexpected repairs ... since I'm dealing with lubricants I'll be using Waterweld ... if it was metal then it would be JB Steelstik ...

I'll grind the putty a bit once it hardens.

this is how it goes in the lubricator .. running air tools at 110 psi had taken it's toll on the oiler ...

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Bro JayL,

You really are one of this forum's saving grace here, you never cease to amaze us with your wide range of tips and span of knowledge when it comes to quality tools, gadgets and other things.

Many look up to you, we have learned so much from your suggestions, insights and ideas, the tools you have shown, whether for automotive or metalworking etc. :clap1: :thumbup:

Thank you my friend !!! :groupwave:

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http://www.plast-aid.com/

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004DFHSM6/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&smid=A1LPEOWH8LO7ES

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Bro JayL,

You really are one of this forum's saving grace here, you never cease to amaze us with your wide range of tips and span of knowledge when it comes to quality tools, gadgets and other things.

Many look up to you, we have learned so much from your suggestions, insights and ideas, the tools you have shown, whether for automotive or metalworking etc. :clap1: :thumbup:

Thank you my friend !!! :groupwave:

Thanks for the kind words bro. I will try my best to share whatever I learn from the net as well as actual practice. Please continue doing so also as you have always done and we request veterans and encourage newbie members alike to share more experiences. Together our learning experience would be a lot quicker that if done individually.

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DROOLING!!!!

grabe, ang sarap tignan! now that's a collection 😀

im actually starting to collect tools also, sana some day makarami narin ako 😀