Where to buy low profile steam radiator?

Dave_61

We have a condo in an old building in NYC, and the building has steam heat (2 pipe). The radiator in the living room has a crack and is leaking steam. It looks like a flat panel and is 30" wide by 10" high and appears to be cast iron. There is a name (either Covermale or Govermale) on the front. Does anyone know where we could find a suitable replacement? Thanks.
Dave

John_173

Don't know if this helps, but:


http://www.governaleindustries.com/index.cfm

Dave_61

Thanks...that's it!

We have the govboard version. Is there anyone you guys would recommend in the NYC area?

kpc_9

did you....

try the Find a pro section of the web site? Its under the resources section...kpc

Dan_53

I did....have only really gotten one response.

I'm wondering....This is just a swap-out for the radiator that's there.
There is a supply pipe threaded into the top 3/4" threads, and a return pipe on the other end. As well as 2 c.i. 3/4" plugs.
There are unions at the supply valve and steam trap.
If I were to tackle this, what should I use for the threads? Can I use the yellow teflon tape made for steam? Or should I use some special pipe dope? Also, do i need to use that rope wicking in the threads I saw once on This Old House?
Also, do i need to do anything with the unions as far as putting anything on the threads where the union comes together?
Will steam potentially come out of the steam trap if the heat is on in the rest of the building?
I'm just afraid of having a steam leak afterwards. Thanks.