In today’s age, the new and disruptive inventions for the customers have changed the course we live and experience our life. These innovations have not only made our life convenient and easier but have also given us a breathing room for ourselves and focus on important things that matter to us. With great comfort comes greater care and precaution and hence, we need to keep our tools and equipment handy in case of an unforeseen emergency. To know more about how to use a radiator tester, you can read here.
In the profession and personal space, whether you own any vehicle or have service some of the vehicles for clients, it is extremely important to have a holistic toolkit to make your life easy and clients happy. The Radiator Pressure Tester kit is one of a kind and is common in very household names and with professional brands. This kit has all the right components and tools to help you when performing a particular service for yourself or for your customers. There are many variants of this toolkit and hence to make an optimum purchase decision, let’s deep dive into the different models to understand it better.
Astro Pneumatic Tool 78585 Universal Radiator
- Affordability: Under 250 dollars
- Product Weight: 12.5 pounds
- Material Used: Metal and Plastic
- Warranty Period: 1 year
- Battery Requirement : No
- Source of Power: Corded Electric
- Tester Caps: 16 radiator pieces
- Testing Range: 0 to 2.5 bar
- Radiator Test cap: Color coded
- Suitability : Domestic and Import Vehicles
Leaks Check
The equipment includes various adapters alongwith test caps to keep a closed observation of the worn out hoses. Further, there are pressure mechanisms to keep a check in case the pressure stage falls which marks any leakage. These adapters can be brought into use to validate the cooling mechanism to evacuate any air bubbles created.
Applications
The toolkit can be used in Jeeps, Toyota, Suzuki, Honda, BMW, Porsche, Audi, Mercedes Benz, Ford and many others with sheer finesse. The testing caps are color coded to help to avoid any confusion in case of application for a certain job for either domestic or import vehicles. There comes a blue test adapter along with a black test adapter to keep a check on the leakage caused in the earlier cap if any.
ARES 15002-31-Piece Radiator Pressure Tester and Vacuum Type Cooling System Kit
- Components: 18 Adapters and 7 adapters for Japanese and European Vehicles
- Storage: Carrying case included
- Product Weight: 12.87 pounds
- Item Measurements: 12 x 12 x 5 inches
- Pressure Gauges: Color Coded
- Material Used: Plastic
- Warranty Period: Performance assurance lifetime warranty
- Suitability: Domestic and Import Vehicles
- Valve: Pressure Release
- Pressure Range: 0 to 35 psi
Components
The kit includes a hand pump to check pressure, a refill kit for evacuation of air bubbles and pressure filling of coolant, as many as 18 adapters and a molded case (customized) to move the kit conveniently and comfortable storage. The gauges are set to different colors so that you can plug in or remove them with safety and also without consuming much time.
Efficiency and Reliability
The ARES toolkit comes with an assurance to backup your investment with a lifetime warranty period in case there is any problem with the testers as well as the kit. You can reach out to the customer service for an apt solution for your needs with the parts of the kit and also for any kind of financial health for replacement or refund. In addition to that, there is a manual which can be downloaded free of cost from the website.
ATD Tools 3301 27-Piece Master Cooling System Pressure Test and Refill Kit
- Affordability: Under 220 dollars
- Detection: Internal Engine Leaks
- Radiator Adapter material: Chrome Steel and anodized aluminum
- Storage: Carrying case included
- Vacuum Refill Kit: 3 pieces
- Pressure release valve: 1 button (operable)
- Product Weight: 8 pounds
- Item Measurements: 22.5 x 19 x 4.3 inches
- Test Adapters: 2 Radiator Caps
- Pressure Range: 0 to 35 psi
Components
The kit includes a pressure release valve, a gauge to calculate temperature, 16 radiator adapters which are made up of aluminum, a universal radiator adapter, 3 pieces of vacuum refill kit, a carrying case, 2 cap test adapters (radiators). The kit with all these components is still lightweight to be carried easily and conveniently with the case that it includes. You can store it without much hassle after the job is over.
Detection
The toolkit is capable enough to test any leakage internally which might have been caused due to blowing out of gaskets or even if there’s any crack. If there are any air bubbles generated, the kit can be brought into use with proper efficiency to release them and again refill the cooling system.
Mityvac MV4530 Cooling System Pressure Test Kit
- Affordability: Under 180 dollars
- Suitability: US and Asian Imports
- Pressure release valve: 1 button
- Hose length: 2 feet
- Storage: case (custom molded)
- Product Weight: 6 pounds
- Item Measurements: 17.9 x 13.2 x 4.8 inches
- Maximum Pressure: 30 psi
- User Manual: present (French, Spanish, English)
- Pressure pump: Reliable quality
Design
The adapter design is extremely creative as it allows an easy assembling and avoids any disintegration. The kit involves a self locking and immediate disconnecting mechanism which backs a lot of your time which otherwise would have gone into either assembling or setting apart the tools.
Durable
The equipment uses aluminum in the process of die casting and also accommodates rubber cover towards the end of the hand pressure pump which makes it extremely reliable and minimizes the number of issues that one would face after prolonged use.
8MILELAKE 33Pcs Radiator and Cap Pressure Tester Kit
- Product Weight: 10.8 pounds
- Item Measurements: 6.18 x 4.86 x 2.21 inches
- Storage: Carrying case included
- Radiator Caps: Pressure test for leakage
- Convenience: Lightweight and portable
- Adapters: 33 Color Coded
- Affordability: under 110 dollars
- Imported from: USA
- Color available: Red
- Suitability: Popular vehicles
Easy Installation
This radiator toolkit not only allows you to assemble all the parts pretty quickly but also gives you other extra tools to aid your service. The components present in this toolkit are of high quality and ensure an effective usage. It’s material helps to fit the requirements smoothly and gives an overall good finesse.
Everything in one package
This toolkit has all the required tools under one umbrella and can be used for different and varying purposes. The buyers can see what all tools are available beforehand to suit their different requirements.
Conclusion
Having the right toolkit for your home and for your professional services is a blessing in disguise to serve yourself and your clients better. Here’s a quick summary of each of the radiator models to better comprehend and compare them. Astro Pneumatic Tool 78585 Universal Radiator is available under 250 dollars and provides a pressure range of 0 to 2.5 bar. It includes a warranty period of 1 year and weighs 12.5 pounds. ARES 15002-31-Piece Radiator Pressure Tester and Vacuum Type Cooling System Kit weighs above 12 pounds and uses plastic as a material. The pressure range is between 0 to 35 psi.
ATD Tools 3301 27-Piece Master Cooling System Pressure Test and Refill Kit weighs 8 pounds and can be purchased under 220 dollars. The tool is lightweight and can detect any external leaking within seconds. Mityvac MV4530 Cooling System Pressure Test Kit comes with a long hose length of 2 feet and weighs 6 pounds. It can be purchased under 180 dollars and has a maximum pressure of 30 psi. 8MILELAKE 33Pcs Radiator and Cap Pressure Tester Kit weights 10.8 pounds and comes with 33 color coded adapters and can be purchased under 110 dollars and is available in the extravagant red color.
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FAQs
Q. What pressure should radiators be checked at?
A. The pressure should be in between 1 to 1.5 bar when the system is cooling and when it is below 0.5 bar then the water level has dropped and replacement is needed.
Q. How do you use a radiator pressure tester?
A. The engine should be cool beforehand to check the pressure. Gradually remove the cap and place it, turn it clockwise and let the tabs lock. The top of the radiator cap gives apt pressure.
Q. How do you test a radiator?
A: Careful inspection of the engine of having any cracks, leakage or accumulation of any dirt particles helps to test a radiator.
Q. Can you pour coolant directly into the radiator?
A: Yes, if the tank does not itself empty into the radiator, you can pour the coolant directly.
Q. How do I know I have a bad radiator?
A: There are various signs for it for example, coolant leakage, excessive vehicle heating etc.
Q. What are the signs of a blown head gasket?
A: Excessive heating of engine, white foggy smoke emission, bubbles creation in the reservoir are some signs.
Q. How do you know if you need a radiator flush?
A: If there is leakage of coolant, your engine is very noisy, pungent smell arising from your engine are some signs.
Q. What makes a radiator go bad?
A: Excessive usage, collection of dirt and debris, overheating are some of the causes.