Choosing a Radiator

TYTILIDIE

TYTILIDIE

METH HEAD
I just ordered a bunch of crap for my Ty today. It has been too long. I am lost on a radiator selection. With my 67gtq, the stock radiator was doing just fine. I am going to be running a remote water pump that would be mounted directly to the radiator. So, I see a lot of fair priced aluminum radiators but they all say rated to 350hp. How accurate is this? I plan to put 825ish through the motor.
 
Z SKI

Z SKI

Donating Member
Re: Choosing a Radiator

I have a nice dual 1" core Griffin aluminum universal radiator that fits in the stock location just fine.. I welded feet (tabs) on the top and bottom and it uses stock style rubber mounts.. Next time I'm over at my parents house I'll grab the part number for it..
 
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Aeroking

Aeroking

e.i.
Re: Choosing a Radiator

I use a Griffin circle track radiator. It's smaller than stock, but works fine for me. I had some overheating problems, but I tracked them down to a crappy fan. I had the 3" thick rad, plus the 4" front mount, plus the B&M trans cooler. All working from a single Zirgo 12" fan.

I switched to a single quality Spal 16" fan, and all is well.

BTW, my 25221X Griffin radiator core is 21"w X 16"h with 3" endtanks :2cents:
 
autoaddictions

autoaddictions

Active member
Re: Choosing a Radiator

I'm running a stock replacement radiator with oil and trans cooling unhooked. Volvo fan kit ready available all over ebay. I'm making close to your goals at the crank hp wise and on a hot day mine runs right at 169*. I don't think theirs a need to run bigger rads unless your running high compression. And in a turbo application this is not the norm.
 
TYTILIDIE

TYTILIDIE

METH HEAD
Re: Choosing a Radiator

There are definitely a few mechanical reasons I want to run an aluminum radiator.
1. I have had it up to my ears with the lack of room to filter a turbo with the trans line there.
2. I am running a remote water pump which I think the tank is a great location for.
3. Gives me the freedom to put my connections where I want.

So great info on the subject. I just assumed I'd need something bigger. I think my set up will be pretty slick when all is said and done. Should be a wrenchers dream.

Ever seen a radiator with tanks with no fittings? That would be ideal.
 
Aeroking

Aeroking

e.i.
Re: Choosing a Radiator

TYTILIDIE said:
There are definitely a few mechanical reasons I want to run an aluminum radiator.
1. I have had it up to my ears with the lack of room to filter a turbo with the trans line there.
2. I am running a remote water pump which I think the tank is a great location for.
3. Gives me the freedom to put my connections where I want.

So great info on the subject. I just assumed I'd need something bigger. I think my set up will be pretty slick when all is said and done. Should be a wrenchers dream.

Ever seen a radiator with tanks with no fittings? That would be ideal.
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Yes, most of the aftermarket radiator companies make standard units with no fittings for fluid coolers. Mine has no fittings.

Also, as you mentioned, I have my narrow radiator offset to the driverside for clearance. That gives me a 6" wide path directly from the grille into the turbo inlet. I bent up a little cold air box to isolate the filter from engine heat.

Good luck. I cant wait to see the results.
 
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