First take it out....second take it to a radiator repair shop for an "assesment". A good rebuild job may be all that is required. If the experts say its to far gone then ask what it will be to recore it.
A new one from JimCarter is now 348 plus shipping. They just went up a month or so ago due to rising scrap prices I guess.

If you have made a contribution to the Stovebolt then Jim will give you a 10% discount which makes it a little more affordable.
BUT first you need to get it out and see what happened. Maybe only a tank seem came loose?


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1950 Chevy Coupe
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I'd rather walk and carry a Chevy hub cap than ride in a Ferd.
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