REMOVING A BUSHING OUT OF A CAST IRON RADIATOR.

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[@theloneviking9145]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge of cast iron radiators. It's nice to see people like yourself keeping tradition alive.

[@jamesmorgan2130]

Been struggling with getting these bushes out for a while (heat, massive breaker bars) to no avail. Thanks for taking the time to share you knowledge in this video.

[@sopdadope]

I do something similar except I use an angle grinder to make a flush cut so I can see the thread thickness better. Then I use the sawzall to cut the remaining bushing nipple out of the radiator. On the few occassions I cut into the thread, I just used a little jb weld to fix the threads. It's been 4 years and no leaks the so jb weld holds up fine (water/glycol mix).

[@jedifyll]

Thanks for the full video showing beginning to end without the edits. The clear explanation is what is missing from some other you tubers which makes me appreciate this video. I need to do the same to my radiator. Thanks again and please teach me more!

[@r6f09]

I do the same all the time, i use a smaller ridgid sawzaw with the blade wobble off than chisel out it to crack it staying away from cutting threads. Many radiators I do are way to big to move any distance or flip. If I do cut a tread I use j.b. weld than re-tap than re install. Thanks for posting.

[@62Cristoforo]

If you want a helpful suggestion .... for removing stubborn threaded ends like this try using a 12 volt Milwaukee hackzall with a metal blade. They are about 1/3 the size and about 1/3 the weight of a Milwaukee Sawzall, and they’re about three times easier to manage than that big boy tool you got there. Make three cuts, but don’t touch the threads on the radiator! Then, use a hammer or mallet and a small cold chisel the bend out the cut portions out of the hole. Needle-nosed pliers would also be needed.

[@robertmiller7664]

As a plumber who lives in San Diego I couldn't care less about this video... As a Plumber who is from San Diego who might be moving to NEBRASKA.. This Video was VERY informative!!!! Thank you SO much!!! :-D

[@Piper43078]

I really like guys like this that take the time to show this type of stuff. nice.

[@Damondeeh20]

good video teaching young brothers the importance of learning a craft.

[@MsJae-sf2hf]

Thanks for this informative great video - I'm having my son remove a bushing from one of the radiators.

[@erikturner8687]

Steam is an art, and understanding it, is impressive. Great video! Artists and craftsmen like you, unfortunately, aren't around too much anymore.

[@ERVARGASNYC]

Nice job and nice explination, for the life of me I don't know why I was watching this, LOL but hey, I learned something and Thanks for that :o)

[@jeffstone2585]

Good video. Those deep cuts into the threads would concern me. I have to do this to a rad - convert 1” to 1 1/4”.

[@rla1000]

Unless I missed it earlier, it wasn't obvious why you would ever need to remove the bushing (that the spud nipple screws into) until well into the video, at which point you explained you were converting for a different size supply valve, which makes sense. You might want to be clear up front on that because otherwise there would be virtually no reason to change out that bushing. It could be helpful to a lot of people to know explicitly that the radiator can be modified with a different bushing for that purpose. Also, the video would have been more informative if you had shown the entire procedure from start to finish, including showing the old installation and valve, installing the new bushing, and installing the new valve and hooking it up to the steam supply. Just a suggestion.But at 10:42, I disagree that cutting into the radiator threads themselves is no big deal as you imply. Based on how deep it appears the cut into those threads is, I don't believe any amount of pipe dope or Teflon tape is going to prevent a leak after the new bushing is installed. Maybe you got away with it, maybe not, but regardless, why cut into the radiator threads and risk destroying the radiator? I would have tried spraying it with a penetrant and waiting several hours and then unscrewing the bushing with a wrench, which has worked for me.

[@NYDASH28]

Black man working. Good job man. I am more into IT stuff, but hey, this can come in handy when i buy a house in a few years.

[@cross1560]

I watched the video and I did it and it worked, I did get I to the thread a little bit so I’m going to add more Teflon tape when I add the new valve on but thanks for the video. I didn’t realize how fragile the piece was and I dig into it a little hard.

[@quint9000]

I suppose in a low pressure steam system that cutting into the threads on the bushing removal might work with enough pipe dope and Teflon tape, but if doing a two pipe 20lb hot water loop you might have a leak with that technique.

[@darryldddd]

Ridicuolus to cut out that bushing with a sawzall. You just ruined the threads. Seal it with teflon tape??? Teflon tape is not to be used on heat and that's a crazy idea. I've followed up on a lot of backyard mechanics and they keep me in business. Keep up the (good) work.

[@farrahsynclaire7533]

Nice Job! I have a hot water cast iron radiator. It is completed clogged. How would you suggest repair/cleaning it?

[@akwesi100]

@angierandomstuff) Thanks for taking the time for watching my plumbing vids.

[@johnkim1656]

Can I flush out a cast iron radiator without removing the bushing? The top of my radiator reads 110F and the bottom reads 90F. I'm assuming its sludge buildup.

[@yensabi]

Would it not be possible to heat up the bushing with a blowtorch to expand it and then use the big wrench to remove it or is there a chance of the cast rad cracking due to the heat . Great informative videos you make thanks....

[@chipsciend5456]

yensabi you wouldn't want to heat the bushing itself and expand it, that would just make it more difficult to get it out. Instead, you would heat around the bushing and expand whatever it might be threaded into.

[@jrod3260]

You have some good vids on commercial boilers, do you think you will film some on residential/home boilers? Hope you do, I'm also interested in the cast. iron radiators. Take care,

[@howardbaden]

Thank you so much for posting this. Very helpful. By any chance would you happen to be coming to NYC to help with a project dealing with round cast iron radiator

[@akwesi100]

@POINTDEXTADANERD) It all depends if its a new system installation then yes a plumber has to run all new pipping as well as install a new radiator, but on an existing system you just have to install the radiator.

[@mr.dahliaking.202]

I really like cast iron radiators, mainly because they accumulate gooey black goodness inside them after years of use, witch is really fun to flush out. Seeing the blackness flow out from the house in thick stream and following it nice fresh clean water. I'm weird :/

[@staepropertiesllc5254]

Thanks bro. Great job

[@rico300zx]

Can you tell me how to get the individual fins apart without breaking it, do you have to cut them?

[@TWONINETEEN99]

I have a steam radiator that an about to convert it to hot water , should i remove the plug on the the same side or can i remove the bushing and plug from the other side.

[@angierandomstuff]

Look at you smart and talented glad to yo you putting more variety in ya vids great job ..keep up the good work brother!

[@akwesi100]

@POINTDEXTADANERD) Plumbing and radiators are in conjunction with each other, boiler installation goes hand and hand, now if your doing boiler burner installations then thats a hole different trade.

[@Choochoosgengar]

i have a tall and very very very heavy one thats also a bit rusted. Do you think a can scrap it for metal?

[@winkhvac62]

Thanks for the Tips man

[@georgea5207]

Hi, nice video. What's the name of the tool you're using at 3:00 to remove that bushing? Also, do you know were I could buy one? Thanks

[@missadvice]

Hello I have two questions. On two of my radiators there is water coming from my valve. Its silver and shape like a rocket, just wondering if is air and water suppose to come from these ? My second question is how do i know what kind to replace them with. I mean I saw several at home depot. I know I can replace them with the same model, but these were just replaced 3 years so i like to get a better one.

[@akwesi100]

Do you get banging from your radiators? and is it a one pipe or two pipe steam heating system?

[@SerenoOunce]

That cut into the threads was too much for just a dope and hope. Fill the in the area with epoxy. Once it starts to set but before it cures hard give a light shot of WD-40 or other light oil and thread fitting back in until snug. Remove immediately and if all looks good start taping & doping and drive the bushing in it's new home. Should be finished curing by the time you're ready to bleed the system. Not the dry stick or classic grey JB Weld type epoxy, it's too brittle. Plastic Weld is probably best, has more malleability for when you torque a bushing back on.

[@tordeanrivera2649]

thanks very informative

[@connorh-vv5hy]

Blow Torch the bushes - do not cut them!

[@goodlifejay]

What’s the best way to get in contact you for a project/advice I need help with I’m in NYC

[@19voodoo69]

try CRC Knock'er loose! Beats WD40 anytime! Use it at work and i love this stuff for rusted parts.

[@POINTDEXTADANERD]

@akwesi100 I know for a fact that plumbers lay pipes,So your telling me that plumbers have to install radiators and run pipes from them as well?

[@POINTDEXTADANERD]

Hey Akwesi,I'm interested in the plumbing business and I'm 20 going on 21 so I still have my youth.But the reason I came here is to ask you...The line of work that you do with the Boilers and Radiators,Does that have anything to do with plumbing?Are they in conjunction with each other?Or are they 2 different subjects?I'm just curious.

[@andre1021]

@akwesi100 good vid man, just re-enforces the fact that I'm a grown man and completley useless, lolz, keep up with the vids. I would like to see one on weather stripping and insulation for an apartment, I live in H-Town(Houston), and I'd like to be ready for the summer. Thanx bro.

[@akwesi100]

Thanks for the complement but real men do many different jobs and come from many different back grounds wether it be the labor, trades work or office work.

[@akwesi100]

Sory but I never taken the sections apart from a radiator Im still trying to find out how to do it myself, but if I do I'll make a video about it.

[@akwesi100]

Im from NYC but I not about any projects about cast iron radiators, just send me the details.

[@davidparker2173]

I am sure you know what you are doing, much more that I, but cutting into that threading seems to bother me. Even though you say it can all be sealed, would it not be better to just stand the thing upright, create a small wax, or putty ring around all of that threading, and let it soak in a small lake of penetration oil over night? Along with some small taps with a hammer, it would eventually give way, even if you had to let it soak longer. So there are probably a million different ways to do anything. I just acquired 11 radiators, and I need to find a book on them so I can learn how to overhaul, and reacclimate them to an ideal load for the cubic feet they cover. Would sure like to know all about it.

[@archieziviello987]

Awesome!!

[@axsdeny]

It's called a spud wrench. Amazon sells them

[@BarbarianLion]

Keep doing your thing legally homey. GOD sees it and he will reward you

[@oldhandyluke]

Could you weld shut cracked a radiator

[@akwesi100]

I don't believe you can if it's made of cast iron.

[@saltypipefitter4618]

Are you still doing videos my brotha ?

[@hutchbeartrap22]

im a diyer very good vid!

[@juliusmcbean8054]

do you have a Facebook page? nice video anyway i learn something

[@drj779]

VERY PAINFUL ,JUST LIKE WATCHING CEMENT DRY.

[@reallyhappenings5597]

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