C7 Radiator Bug Cleaning

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Aug 13, 2014 | 12:41 PM

rdhadj

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C7 Radiator Bug Cleaning

I recently took a 4200 mile run to the Canadian Rockies. Caught a lot of bugs in the radiator. Tried cleaning them out with a hose, but access is most difficult. Any ideas how to clean the radiator easily? And/or how to install a screen to prevent the bugs from getting in in the first place without installing a vinyl bra with some sort of mesh screen on the interior across the grille? All suggestions welcome. Thanks.

Aug 13, 2014 | 01:00 PM

Modshack

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You could always remove the hood duct (4 screws) and direct a high pressure spray through the radiator from the inside. The radiator is right there...might help.

Any mesh fine enough to catch bugs will also inhibit airflow through the radiator..

Aug 13, 2014 | 01:11 PM

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or just get a novistretch bra and NOTHING gets to the radiator...

Aug 13, 2014 | 01:41 PM

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Don't use high pressure may damage cooling vans flush from back side with hose.
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Aug 13, 2014 | 03:07 PM

rdhadj

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or just get a novistretch bra and NOTHING gets to the radiator...

I put a clear bra on to avoid just this sort of thing, but this may be the answer for long trips. Thanks.

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