Radiator
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bcschief
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I would leave it alone; you might cause more damage trying to fix it.
You could buy an inexpensive PDR (Paintless Dent Repair) kit. I bought one for under $30 delivered. It may be your easy fix, plus you can always use it on something you own. Check them out for more info. Amazon has them too, that's where I got mine.
slantsixdan
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Completely agree. That's very thin brass. Paint it satin black like it's supposed to be, and the dent will be all but invisible.
I agree, maybe King Richard leaned on it. U just never know. Kim
If you really want to fix it, unsolder and remove the top tank to straighten.
I would take it to a paintless dent guy and see what they say.
But the most correct way to fix it is to remove the top cap and straighten
But the most correct way to fix it is to remove the top cap and straighten
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harrisonm
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Is he a pointless dent guy because he does such bad work there is no point in hiring him?
Another vote for leaving it alone. The dent in the tank is cosmetic, but it wouldn't be too hard to pop/crack the 50+ year old solder between the tank and the core trying to fix the tank. And then your cosmetic issue has turned into a functional issue.
Only way I’ve ever done it is removing the tank, tapping them out and resoldering it. If it’s really bothering you, clean it real well, tin, fill and shape with solder
Daves69
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That's exactly why I haven't attempted to pop the dent out of mine, and it's more accessible than the OP's.
If you are really concerned about it, call Bob at Glen Ray, he restores them. He can answer your question. He is located in Wausau, Wisconsin. Maybe your radiator is do for a restoration anyway.
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