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10-09-2010, 03:26 AM | #1 |
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Brassworks radiator cap solution
I searched through the posts and I don't see any solution to the '30 -'31 radiator cap problem. Did I miss something or is there no solution?
I ask because my son needs a radiator for his Vicky. We have to decide on a close to original radiator that the cap won't fit or a non original looking radiator that the cap will fit. The difference is several hundred dollars between the two radiators.
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10-09-2010, 06:43 AM | #2 |
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Re: Brassworks radiator cap solution
Mike,
I ask because my son needs a radiator for his Vicky. We have to decide on a close to original radiator (Brassworks???) that the cap won't fit or a non original looking radiator that the cap will fit. The difference is several hundred dollars between the two radiators. First of all...just why does the cap not fit on a close to original radiator? Is that the Brassworks radiator? Of coarce you know the procedure...send it back to Brassworks and hopefully they will correct the problem if that is the case. Pluck |
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10-09-2010, 09:04 AM | #3 |
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Re: Brassworks radiator cap solution
Get one from Berg`s Radiator in Ill. He recores all his with ORIGINAL tanks, top & bottom & with original side straps.. They FIT, look original & you wont have any cap problems..# 618-231-3507 E-mail-- [email protected]
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10-09-2010, 12:26 PM | #4 |
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Re: Brassworks radiator cap solution
From an email I got from Brassworks this week when I asked about problems getting original accessories to fit the neck (which I assumed was a problem with neck diameter):
Not the diameter, the shape of the ramp on the lip can be problematic. People have had to file or dremmel the ramp on the inside of the neck to guide the quail on.We have to make our own dies as there is not a manufacturer of these willing to correct the problem for the volume Model A guys buy. It is coming up on our list of dies to make. So the answer is that they're not going to fix the problem until they get around to making a new die, and their current solution is to have you modify the neck yourself. I don't believe that this is an issue with "normal" caps, just with motometers and quail. So, if you absolutely must have a dimpled, stock-looking radiator and you're not willing to modify theirs, you could just choose to use a "normal" cap. |
10-09-2010, 01:20 PM | #5 | |
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Re: Brassworks radiator cap solution
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Bergs only makes 3 row flat tube. I think I'll go with Bergs core. Thanks for the opinions guys!!
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10-09-2010, 06:08 PM | #6 |
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10-09-2010, 10:13 PM | #7 |
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Re: Brassworks radiator cap solution
I have not had a problem with heating on my 30 Coupe, only have a problem with my Quail and original Cap not fitting the Brassworks radiator. I'm running with a replacement cap which fits OK. My radiator is a heavy duty, 10 fins to the inch.
The problem is not the neck size its the locking guide which is too thick; havn't got around to modify the problem as yet, one of my to do things. Ron |
05-10-2017, 03:11 PM | #8 |
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Re: Brassworks radiator cap solution
Seven years since this thread started and I just got off the phone with Brassworks. This morning we installed a new Brassworks 10 fins/inch radiator in the '31 SW. Neither the new Taiwan cap, nor the old domed cap fit the new rad. Both fit the old rad. Stay tuned!
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05-10-2017, 03:23 PM | #9 |
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Re: Brassworks radiator cap solution
Wow you been working on the 31 Stationwagon radiator 7 yrs
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05-10-2017, 03:41 PM | #10 | |
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. Not sure how you deduced that! The thread started 7 years ago by Mike. This morning another radiator was installed by Henry. |
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05-25-2017, 10:59 AM | #11 |
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Re: Brassworks radiator cap solution
We have not changed the necks.
I was told last week that there is a new aftermarket cap that is on the market due to a shortage with the other aftermarket provider. I have not seen it. I will have to track down this new cap to find the difference between it, Ford and the more common aftermarket cap. 1. If there is a concern with a fitment (of any part) we restore radiators with OEM parts every day. Even Model As 2. You can also mail a cap to us and we can test the fit with your cap. We just have to have the cap you intend to use. 3. You can buy a cap that we use for testing As always its best to call us directly so we know what people are seeing |
05-25-2017, 05:48 PM | #12 |
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Re: Brassworks radiator cap solution
This morning when I logged on, there was a message there from Brassworks. I haven't posted yet on this thread so they must have picked up on a post I did make in another where I mentioned that when towing in hot weather, I still had trouble after fitting one of their radiators. In the PM, they spoke of their cores that might help and said that they can make an auxiliary cooling core for me if needs be.
Whatever you think of their cores, I was impressed by their research and follow up.
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05-25-2017, 06:29 PM | #13 |
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Re: Brassworks radiator cap solution
What Fred said in#3 above. Forget Brassworks, get a Bergs. No, I don't work for them...just a happy customer.
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