Radiator Input
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Radiator Input
Hey folks. I've seen a few threads about radiators from Jegs, NAPA, and others. I'm thinking of trying LMC truck. I know some have used them. If you have one, are you happy with it? Any other suggestions? I appreciate the advice. I probably won't go with a rebuild. The amount of love my radiator would take would cost me about as much as just getting a new one. Thanks.
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Interesting. Thanks. Is there one you would suggest? Spectra?
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I guess I should give a little more detail. I'm still running the 223 and column shift 3 speed. My radiator is at least 20 years old, has a leaking core and now the lower tank/manifold has been mangled by an impact. I'm thinking maybe Spectra. I can fab some mounts if need be. I'm more curious if anyone has had good luck finding a good fitting radiator or has any they know are just horrible. Thanks again!
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Champion radiator bolted right in and looks great. It's gettin' warmer here in San Diego so I'll let you know how well it works. Just out of curiosity, can anyone tell me the origin of the old radiator? Stock or not? It was C2TA-E, P-MO, 63 10. Thanks.
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ID number: C2TA-E = Ford part number: C2TZ-8005-K replaced in 1965 by C5TZ-8005-AC .. Radiator.
1962/64 F100/250 & F350 with SRW 223 I-6 / 1963/64 F100/250 262 I-6 // 1965 F100/250 4WD 240/300 I-6 / 1965/66 F350 240/300 I-6 with SRW / 1966 F250 4WD 240/300 I-6.
1962/64 F100/250 & F350 with SRW 223 I-6 / 1963/64 F100/250 262 I-6 // 1965 F100/250 4WD 240/300 I-6 / 1965/66 F350 240/300 I-6 with SRW / 1966 F250 4WD 240/300 I-6.
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Yeah, no bueno. The core was toast, the lower tank was smashed, and the inlet was pretty corroded. Estimates were more than the aluminum one I picked up.
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