I bought the rebuild kit, only to discover that my tube was too messed up to rebuild it. I went the same modern valve posted above, and it works great. Just make sure you use 2 lbs or less radiator cap- or you will destroy your heater core.

Last edited by Norcal Dave; 01/20/2024 5:24 PM.

~ Dave
1950 Chevrolet 3600 3/4-ton with 261 engine & T5 Transmission