Is there a market for old auto radiators besides the scrap metal pile?

[Jstpssng]

If so, how would you go about finding it? We have 1/2 dozen in my father's barn. One is from my old '67 D100, the rest are old, but I have no idea what they are.

 

[D&D]

Old as in used or NOS?

 

[Jstpssng]

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[Jstpssng]

Old as in used or NOS?

Used. I have no idea of the condition or what they came from.

 

[JPRambo]

Solar/off grid heating or cooling. Small solar panel, pump, fan, solar collector to heat water or tub of ice water. For camping or greenhouse.

 

[zzvyb6]

Heat radiators for exterior wood boiler water circulation.

 

[D&D]

Used. I have no idea of the condition or what they came from.

Scrap, Separate components (brass, copper, aluminum) to maximize the value. Time consuming though.

 

[gstrom99]

They were taken off the vehicle for a reason; they're probably shot. You'll have a hard time identifying what they're for. Scrap 'em - copper/brass prices are up.

 

[Jstpssng]

They were taken off the vehicle for a reason; they're probably shot. You'll have a hard time identifying what they're for. Scrap 'em - copper/brass prices are up.

Chances are that they were taken off becaise they were good but the vehicles were shot. Still, I believe you are right. Who wants to restore a vehicle, then put an old radiator in when you can buy a new one for $300?

 

[ultrarunner]

Maybe a still?

 

[D&D]

Maybe a still?

Absolutely not

 

[Jstpssng]

Maybe a still?

They donated the family still to the local Historical Society years ago.
Until then I didn't even know that we had a family still!

Given the amount of heavy metals and antifreeze, I don't think it would be a good idea.

 

[ultrarunner]

They donated the family still to the local Historical Society years ago.
Until then I didn't even know that we had a family still!

Given the amount of heavy metals and antifreeze, I don't think it would be a good idea.

Back before permanent antifreeze alcohol was antifreeze and required frequent checking because easily boiled off…

 

[5030]

Considering copper is hovering around 4 bucks a pound. I believe I'd scrap them.