How to remove a radiator without draining!

In this video I show how to remove a radiator still full of water without draining down or turning off the boiler!

Step 1 : turn off both radiator valves either side of the radiator.

Step 2: open the bleed vent into a container or towel until it stops coming out completely!

Step 3: turn off bleed vent

Step 4: loosen bottom nut of thermostat end to be able to spin away from rad tail.

Step 5: plug the tail using a product called plumb thumbs! Repeat on lock shield side.

Step 6: remove radiator and flip upside down

Step 7: cap off valves with brass 3/4 and 1/2 brass caps with tap washers inserted.

Step 8: tell the Mrs your a hero and grab a beer

[jonbarrie]

Nice! Better with the instructions on what you are doing as well.