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gotta get a new radiator....which one though!

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steel1212

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I have a 65 coupe that I'm in the process of putting a 79 302 in. It had a 6 cylinder so that rad had to go but which aftermarket one do I need?? I would like to know have to spend more than 200ish if possible.
 

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steel1212 said:
I have a 65 coupe that I'm in the process of putting a 79 302 in. It had a 6 cylinder so that rad had to go but which aftermarket one do I need?? I would like to know have to spend more than 200ish if possible.
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not quite getting that last sentence but if I understand you correctly, you want to spend in the neighborhood of $200.

you can get some very fine alum radiators from Summit Racing for under $200 ($179 to be specific). You can also get an OEM 2 core radiator from Mustangdepot.com for $179.

toodle-ooo,

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rads

Whats the benifit of aluminum over oem? Yeah, 200ish is what I would like to spend.
 

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I believe Afco Racing also carries early model aluminum radiators. Price is ~$180 and competetive with Summit.
 

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I purchased a 3 core from a fella on E-bay. (aluminum) for 200 ish. The brand was Northern. Very nice so far.
 

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Alum is somewhat lighter, doesnt corrode like copper/brass, and alum radiators can be thinner and cool as well, which is a lifesaver in certain swaps/combos where clutch fan-to-radiator clearance is an issue. And, some people think they look better than the stockers.
 
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