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06-13-2017, 12:49 AM | #1 |
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1955 Ford radiator cap
Does anyone know the maximum pressure cap to run on a 55 Fairlane radiator? Auto parts house books say 13 lbs but that seems too high. I was thinking they didn't go to 13 lbs until about mid 60's. I was thinking between 4-7 lbs. for a 55 or 56 Fairlane.
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06-13-2017, 06:20 AM | #2 |
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Re: 1955 Ford radiator cap
C&G Ford parts lists a 14#. I run a 13 on my Y block and everything seems koposetic.
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06-13-2017, 10:46 AM | #3 |
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Re: 1955 Ford radiator cap
I used a 13 pound new style cap with an overflow tank. It worked fine.
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06-13-2017, 11:08 AM | #4 |
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Re: 1955 Ford radiator cap
The parts book I use for my '55 says 13 lbs, and also has another 'replacement' at 7 lbs.
The increased pressure raises the boiling point slightly and helps if the engine runs toward the hot side, a bit less likely to boil over. If the cooling system could be in better shape a lower cap pressure can postpone some leaks. . Last edited by dmsfrr; 06-13-2017 at 10:47 PM. |
06-13-2017, 03:05 PM | #5 |
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Re: 1955 Ford radiator cap
If the radiator looks decent, go with the 13. I have a 16 pound cap on my new Champion radiator.
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06-13-2017, 09:45 PM | #6 |
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06-14-2017, 05:56 AM | #7 |
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Re: 1955 Ford radiator cap
13 on the Champion (new).
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