What hose do I need to make this radiator work?

[19stang66]

What aluminum radiator should I get?

Aluminum Downflow (opp. openings) $290

Aluminum Downflow $300

Ok so Im going to get a new aluminum radiator. I have two choices from Summit. One is a direct fit with the openings both on the RH side (downflow) and one is a direct fit with the top opening on the RH side and the bottom opening on the LH side (also downflow). Now if I wanted to get the downflow aluminum with the openings on the same side i would have to wait until 7/22/06 for it to ship out. If I bought the downflow with the openings opposing it would ship out today and it is $15 cheaper. Would it be worth it to wait and get the downflow direct fit or get the other downflow and figure out what hose I need to make it work? Does anyone know what bottom radiator hose I need to make it work?

I also could go to a local radiator shop and get a direct fit aluminum downflow for $350 and have it today. The name brand is Thermosis or something like that, I couldnt understand what he said on the phone. Anyone know if they are any good? This shop has been around for 30+ years now and my grandpa recommended me to them. Should I spend the extra $50-60 and go and get the one locally today or order up one from Summit?

I am set on one of those 3 options because I just got $250 something for my birthday and I also just got a nice fat paycheck today! What do you think? THANKS!

 

[C0V3R]

I bought the second sryl one off a guy on ebay (for 67/68). The transmission lines are spaced differently from stock on mine which meant I had to make up new ones. Due to the increased thickness I also had to make up new radiator brackets. Looks good though.

 

[1969mach1351]

If you get the cross flow radiator (opp. openings) you would need a different water pump so the hoses match up. I think it was 1970 (for a 351w at least) Ford went to a cross flow radiator and mid 80s to a reverse rotation pump for a serpentine belt. You would need a 1970 or later water pump from a 302 but also one before Ford went to a reverse rotation pump for a serpentine belt. It's been awhile since I went through this for my 351w so someone should back me up before you take me word for it. I’d get the cross flow, it will cool better.

 

[mustangdave]

Just to throw out another option with the crossflow(opposite sides): keep the same waterpump. For the hose that is now on the wrong side: Cut the stock hose in half and connect to the other side of the engine with the appropiate size s.s. pipe using two extra hose clamps.