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Towel radiator leaking when cold
Why would the towel radiator be leaking whenever it's cold? We've had it for years and never noticed this
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"Normally leaks on the valve tale piece when cold then when the or tail rail heats up it expands and the leak stops"
Answered on 5th Mar 2026 - Member since Apr 2020 -
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"When the radiator cools the material contracts so shrinks ever so slightly. These leaks are often disguised when the heating is on due to the brass expanding and temporarily curing the leak. It's very common. I would suggest getting the valves and rad tails replaced."
Answered on 5th Mar 2026 - Member since Mar 2023 -
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"When its hot the hole wull expand and close up , open when cold, either way it has a leak and need changing"
Answered on 5th Mar 2026 - Member since Sep 2024 -
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