is there an easy way to straighten out ac condenser/radiator fins?

[brainhulk]

i'm also willing to pay someone in the socal area $8/hr to bend them back straight

 

[EagleKeeper]

I believe that you can get a tool at a local parts store.

 

[LTC8K6]

http://www.mcmaster.com/#fin-straighteners/=ich5sh

 

[Zivic]

or a flat head screw driver and some patience. Have done many a coolers with one before

 

[Black2na]

or a flat head screw driver and some patience. Have done many a coolers with one before

For most people this isnt a good idea. the cores are really fragile and a it doesnt take much to damage one. the plastic fork tool is the best option for it not to mention way faster then screw driver. i have one works well!

 

[Thegonagle]

Use a plastic knife (like from a fast food place) rather than a screwdriver, or a tool made for it.

And isn't $8 an hour less than minimum wage in your state? Tsk, tsk.

 

[EagleKeeper]

Use a plastic knife (like from a fast food place) rather than a screwdriver, or a tool made for it.

And isn't $8 an hour less than minimum wage in your state? Tsk, tsk.

Cash under table - no taxes.

But the OP will need to file a 1099 for the person.

:whiste::whiste::whiste:

 

[tvdang7]

Does this significantly make the ac colder? I forgot my car was in an accident a while back and its pretty bent.

 

[LTC8K6]

Does this significantly make the ac colder? I forgot my car was in an accident a while back and its pretty bent.

Air needs to be able to pass freely through it. If not, it will be much less efficient. My guess would be that the compressor would run longer than normal.

 

[bruceb]

You need something like this to do it:

http://www.amazon.com/Mountain-8300-.../dp/B000JFL8HK
But if it is really bad, you may be better off with a new condenser installed
by an AC shop. The freon level may also be off a small amount.