Hayward, CA San Francisco Bay Area
Industrial Radiator Repair & Cleaning in the Bay Area
Founded in 1945, Pankey’s Radiator Repair Shop in Hayward cleans and repairs industrial radiators, oil coolers and heat exchangers for construction equipment, commercial fleets, generators and marine engines.
Running hot under load, losing coolant or seeing packed fins? Find your equipment below, or start with our radiator repair and cleaning guide for what to look for and what to bring.
Industrial Radiators
Explore by equipment or component
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Radiator Repair & Cleaning
Find out what to bring in, what the shop checks and how to discuss cleaning, leak repair or a recore.
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Industrial Radiator Services
Start here to match an industrial cooling component to the equipment and work it supports.
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Heavy-Duty Radiators
Address damaged fins, plugged cores and coolant leaks in radiators built for demanding loads.
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Industrial Heat Exchangers
Discuss cleaning and repair when scale, fouling or a leak reduces heat transfer.
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Caterpillar Radiators
Start with the Cat model and serial number when overheating or a leak points to the radiator.
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Caterpillar Dozer Radiators
Look at airflow through the core when dust and debris build up during grading or earthmoving.
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Excavator Radiators
Trace overheating on digging jobs to clues such as packed fins, coolant loss or load conditions.
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Loader Radiators
For wheel loaders and other loaders, check whether debris or radiator damage is limiting cooling.
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Caterpillar Forklift Radiators
Identify the forklift and cooling package before arranging service for a leak or temperature issue.
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Tractor Radiators
Bring the tractor model and note whether the temperature rises during fieldwork or transport.
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Drill Rig Radiators
For drill rigs working in dust, share the core dimensions, debris buildup and temperature symptoms.
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Truck Radiators
Get help with radiator leaks or overheating on commercial work trucks and fleet vehicles.
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Semi-Truck Radiators
Describe the load and driving conditions when a tractor radiator leaks or runs hot on a route.
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Generator Radiators
Discuss cooling problems that appear during a generator test run or sustained operation.
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Horizontal Generator Radiators
Share the installation orientation and airflow path when a horizontally mounted core needs service.
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Charge Air & Turbocharger Coolers
Investigate charge-air leaks or damage in the cooler between the turbocharger and engine intake.
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Aluminum Oil Coolers
Use the part number and leak location to start a conversation about an aluminum oil cooler.
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Copper Oil Coolers
Identify a copper oil cooler’s fittings and core construction before planning cleaning or repair.
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Marine Heat Exchangers
Address deposits or suspected leaks where raw water and engine coolant exchange heat.
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Boat Heat Exchangers
Share the boat’s engine model and cooling symptoms to identify the exchanger and service options.
Bay Area Radiator Shop
We specialize in all heavy industrial radiators, including those for automotive, trucks, caterpillars, heavy machinery, bulldozers, generators, and tractors as well as heat exchangers, after coolers, charge air coolers, industrial equipment, fuel tanks, transmission oil coolers, and hydraulic oil coolers.
Industrial Radiator Articles
Established in 1945, Pankeys Radiator stands as a testament to technical expertise and unwavering commitment in the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area. For over seven decades, we’ve been more than just a repair shop; we are the trusted partners for countless customers seeking excellence in industrial radiator repair and cleaning.








