RE: Replacement Radiator Question

[Rich Kinsley <rlkinsley@xxxxxxxxx>]

I too have gone through about 3 semi-stock radiators in a quest to 
actually cool the beast. Finally I found an aluminum crossflow radiator 
from Summit with a trans cooler. I did have to take it to my radiator 
shop to have the lower neck repositioned. I also added a drain pitcock 
which it did not have. Even with all this work I only have about $330 
total in it including a 16lb cap from Summit. I can't say how well it 
will work yet as I'm not quite done. It certainly looks like I have more 
cooling area. I did have to fab some supports but you could just have 
the radiator shop install it for you. I doubt it would cost over $200 
for that install.  There was a small issue with the horns too as they 
were too close and I had to reshape the brackets for clearance. My 
custom battery box also had to be notched but it missed my battery OK. 
All in all it wasn't that hard to do and it looks very nice. I found 
some hoses that fit OK after some searching. I used a Gates 21673 on the 
top and a NAPA flex hose #FM-44 on the bottom. This may not be the same 
for hoses in your case as mine is a poly. I am getting a high volume 
t-stat too as I think that may have also been an issue with my high flow 
pump. I'll send you some pictures seperate. I did send some to Gary H to 
add to my list pictures. 

I totally understand your dilema. Good luck, it is doable. 
Rich Kinsley '64 Dodge Polara 4dr 318poly w/goodies
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Dennis C. wrote:
> 
> I have given up on my stock radiator.  I had it recored but the new core 
> 
> only has 10 fins/inch and is not able to do the job in my 63 SF with a 
> 383.  It is doing ok now but I live in Yuma Az. and the weather is just 
> starting to get warm.
> 
> I did a search on the Internet and came up with:
> 
> http://www.usradiator.com/default.htm
> 
> I talked to them and although none are listed on their site they do make 
> 
> one for my car.
> 
> I don't have the time or skills to adapt a rediator, I want a direct 
> replacement unit.  I've given up on trying to keep the stock look.  I 
> would be interested in knowing other choices that some of you may have 
> had good experience with.
> 
> Thanks
> Dennis C.
> 
> 1996 Dodge Ram 3500 Van Conversion
> 1964 Plymouth Belvedere 318 Auto
> 1963 Plymouth Sport Fury 383 4-speed
> 1949 Dodge Pickup 289/C4 soon to be changed
> 1998 Honda Valkyrie Standard



Rich Kinsley '64 Dodge Polara 4dr 318poly w/goodies


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