Bent radiator / intercooler fins

[JayL]

We're tired using small screw drivers to straighten out bent fins. How about some Fin Pliers? I found this one below but it's always better to ask for more options.

http://www.eastwood.com/radiator-pliers-and-fin-rake-kit.html

I also thought about grinding a cheap pair of pliers but it's always good to get the proper set of tools.

Any suggestions. Pros and Cons etc..

Thanks

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Buy a radiator comb.

 

[JayL]

Buy a radiator comb.

Looks easier to use.

How about for badly bent fins? Which one do you use?

Thanks

 

[Moose-LandTran]

Looks easier to use.

How about for badly bent fins? Which one do you use?

Thanks

This:

"Hello, i need a new radiator please."

 

[tooldeloo]

I just touched up some damaged fins on my window AC units. I had ordered two combs from McMaster Carr. They were cheap plastic but they did the trick. They were double ended, with different fin pitches on each end.
I found that it was better to start from the edge if the damaged area and work towards the middle. Sometimes they worked better if pulled, sometimes better if pushed.

 

[JayL]

This:

"Hello, i need a new radiator please."

Ha ha ha

 

[Red Green]

I bought one of those radiator combs. I find that I still use a small screwdriver to get the fins close and the comb to make it uniform.

 

[Scout Driver]

Here's what I do:

1) Grab a refreshing beverage, get a pile of straight blade screwdrivers and a couple needle-nose pliers.

2) Turn on some music. Something mellow.

3) Focus on the task at hand and just relax while doing it. It can get tedious, so work on something else to break it up.

I don't mind fixing fins and find it somewhat relaxing.

Scott

 

[mrshaun]

just dont slip when using the fin comb. those fins are sharp and will leave you with little straight cuts over your knuckles.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

I don't mind fixing fins and find it somewhat relaxing.

It makes me want to cry. I straightened about 5 fins on my intercooler before i left in favour of something less tedious, like eating razor blades or walking on broken glass..

 

[Scout Driver]

It makes me want to cry. I straightened about 5 fins on my intercooler before i left in favour of something less tedious, like eating razor blades or walking on broken glass..

If I lived closer, I'd be working on your intercooler.

Scott

 

[Monte]

This:

"Hello, i need a new radiator please."

ps:

 

[HOTFR8]

Buy a radiator comb.

Hraham Tools http://www.grahamtool.com/
Just what I would have suggested.

 

[Moose-LandTran]

If I lived closer, I'd be working on your intercooler.

Scott

You can have it if you want, it's just taking up space. Brand new Valeo for a VAG 1.8T. Can't be bothered to sell it..