radiator bleed key

Curtis C

Where can I find a replacement bleed key to bleed my radiators? Right now I am using a right angled pair of needle nose pliers. Works but not the best fit.

Mike T., Swampeast MO

Old hardware stores usually have them if you're lucky enough to have one around that hasn't been closed by the "big boxes". Older True Value or Ace stores might have. Very inexpensive item.

For the life of me I can only find wholesale sources on the web! If you want to try search for "radiator key" or "radiator coin key vent" (don't use quotes in that last string).

Here's a nice brass one. Only $1.00 but shipping is $32.00!
Brass Radiator Key

Plumbob

> Old hardware stores usually have them if you're

> lucky enough to have one around that hasn't been

> closed by the "big boxes".


Well, I got mine at...Home Depot!

John Starcher_4

How many would you like?

I buy them from my plumbing/heating wholesaler - they're about 50cents each.

I'd be happy to send you some, if you'd like. Email me if you are interested!

Starch

Curtis C

yes would like to find some...let me know how much and how to return payment.

John Starcher_4

I'm in the Christmas spirit.......

....so just let me know your address, and I'll send you some.

Starch

jim lockard

Clock keys

Last year I felt I had the answer when I found some brass # 10 clock keys they fit the rad vents perfectly. Sad to say the clock keys broke just as fast as the little pot metal keys so back to square 1. Thinking maybe I will find a machine shop to make me a rad key that will never break. Best Wishes J.Lockard