This radiator problem you mention Simon, about the loss of shops capable of
working on copper and brass, . . . . .
look to the big truck service facilities, many still use this style
radiator, and they often have their own network . . . .
who knows, you might find some guy who would love to work on something that
doesn't require a crane to lift!
I have found after 18 years in engineering that the old skills seemingly go
away, but some just get transplanted and redefined.
heat treating moves to vacuum furnace work . . . . or cryo treating,
depending on application
and so radiator work may have moved to the other side of the street . . .
Mario
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