radiator support help
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radiator support help
Can anyone offer advice on replacing a radiator support on a 1996 f250. If it matters, I have a 7.5 ltr with E4od trans and A/C. I believe it is a bolt on so no welding. What are the concerns? Do I need to remove fenders? Should align properly? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Fleet Owner
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Get a new one, sand, prime, paint then install.
No need to remove the fenders, or drain a/c.
I would drain coolant and radiator, then remove radiator.
I would also get all new hardware and body bushings for the rad support.
It is about a 4 hour job
No need to remove the fenders, or drain a/c.
I would drain coolant and radiator, then remove radiator.
I would also get all new hardware and body bushings for the rad support.
It is about a 4 hour job
The Southernmost Mod
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Do just as Brad described, it's a simple procedure, just follow his steps, but it will take some time to be done right. Any paint/primer and methods you would recommend Brad?.
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the method i used was inspired by brads rust proofing, i got mine sandblasted then coated good with por-15 and topcoated. wont ever have to deal with that problem again if you do it right
Fleet Owner
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That is the way I go about them. ESPECIALLY with the diesel ones since they are no longer available
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