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Does anyone have a recommendation for an original looking radiator? I found this one which looks like it fits the bill.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/35256049271...Bk9SR8qd3-mcZQ
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I think that's only one that is aluminum with an oem looking top tank. Especially at that price.
I actually bought the same one for my wagon. I have not had a chance to install. But will be doing so before my Vegas trip. I also was looking to install a shroud at the same time and the companies that make them are not making late 50's Ford custom shrouds. You might as well update to the steel 6 blade fa while you are at it. Any other radiator with the oem look will be 600-800 dollars. Also reviews is the same amount. |
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Where did you find the 6 blade fan?
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I found a 6 blade on Larry's for $60. Is that what you found?
Also, the measurements aren't quite right on the radiator. Is the fitment good?
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I bought a non black aluminum one from them for my '54 Ranch Wagon. Fit fine. There was some minor shipping damage to one of the hose openings which I resized with no issues. They knocked 50 bucks off. Car is down for major body work so no long term experience but I'd order one again if needed. JMO
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On the subject of radiators. Most places list the 56 radiator as type1 or type2. My original was a 6 cylinder radiator and is long gone. How does one know which type I would need?Thanks
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Concours Parts lists type 1 and type 2 and show the mounting brackets on the sides are different. They don't show prices in their catalog though. I'm going to give them a call tomorrow.
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I have not open mine up and compared yet.
For the fan same. Got it from Larry's. |
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Be careful about saving a few bucks. Can be more headaches than what it is worth.
My 57 has a radiator I got from Concourse Parts (before new ownership) and it fit like a glove. I upgraded the radiator, because mine seemed like it didn't hold enough coolant when I pulled the hose. I also bought the shrould, and the 6 blade fan. I think I had a short spacer from Speedway in my pile of goodies I used to maximize the fan depth. It was nice not having to relocate mountings, or fluid lines. |
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Concours copper, original looking radiators are about $800 with shipping. I've decided to hold off on either of them until I get my tax bill. I'm leaning toward the Concourse because it is US made.
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