New ALUMINUM Radiators...........

[Soldmy66]

This really is not too relevant (if at all) to this thread, but I thought I would share this; if nothing else for a "gee whizz" factor. About 40 years ago my family and I were camping in Yosemite; camped next to a man who had a beautiful 1955 Nomad he used to pull a large travel trailer. My Dad was always a car guy, and so was/am I (even then at about 10 yrs old) and we talked to our fellow camper about his rig. It turns out that he owned a radiator business, and when he lifted the hood of his Nomad he displayed two radiators, in series, one in the normal position and another in front of the core support. He said he NEVER had issues with overheating. For some reason, I remember that as if it happened yesterday.

 

[chad]

some reason, I remember
Ever see a donkey with 2 d*c^s? Just as unusual, probably remember that too.
I know I certainly would (either the wagon or the donkey)!

 

[MPGmustang]

You're not giving me alot of hope Richard, my fellow Chandlerite... I'd be uncomfortable running 215 as normal, even in 110 degrees. I made room for a custom, wider and taller aluminum rad for my wagon. I think it's like 27x19 or something. Supposed to be good for 400 hp.... Course I'll be making tons more than that... :mrgreen:
With an AC system sized for P-diddy's cribs Viking refrig, I gotta keep engine temps under control. I hate cooling problems!

Pikesan,
remember that all t-stats are different, and some start opening @ temp and others are fully open @ temp... example, napa's t-stat seamed to be fully open at it's 195* mark, while Checkers started opening @ 195* and is fully open @ 215, napa would reach temps of 220*, the size of the flow was 1.1inch, checkers flow size is 1.26inch and stay's comfortably @ 215*, all temp readings are with AC on med fan (high fan is usually too cold for me LOL)

IIRC my copper could not do this, but then again my engine has come a long way since I have ran the copper (I'm not opposed to running copper as I have not tried it with the newer & 'cleaner' engine)
Richard

 

[STEVEN.]

Radiator will be installed this weekend,along with a new Thermostat. It seems you have to install a Ground Strap as well. No problem. Any 'tips' on giving/keeping the Rad in tip-top condtion over the long haul? Thank's fer all the comments/replys,Kids. ~OO6.

 

[STEVEN.]

Update:-- I had the origional Copper Rad cut apart and re-cored instead. Seems the aftermarket 'Luminum' job didin't 'quite' fit(a bit too fat at the Flanges/it would'nt fit in the Rad opening...). I could take the origional Rad out--even with the Fan(6-Blade...)still attached to the W.Pump,but the 'Luminum unit would'nt allow you to :x . Oh,well. The Company who sold me the Rad also repairs/re-cores them,so I sent it over to them. I'll get it back by next Monday the say . ~Steph/OO6.

 

[woodbutcher]

Hi Steven.RE:radiator care and upkeep.Basing this on my personal experience and what I learned working for a friend with a radiator/cooling system shop.
1-Use a QUALITY antifreeze.
2-Flush and change at recommended intervals.
3-For best results,use distilled water.
You should get long and reliable service from your unit.
Good luck.Have fun.Be safe.
Leo