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Old Jan 23, 2016 | 09:17 PM
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Radiator mounting question

When mounting the radiator to the support, are lock washers needed? I purchased a new aluminum radiator along with new bolts and cage nuts but was unsure if everyone is using lock washers or just some loktite.
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Old Jan 23, 2016 | 09:42 PM
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I use flats, locks, and anti-seize on the bolt threads. This is a champion radiator.

 
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Old Jan 26, 2016 | 07:34 AM
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Which fan/controller are you using Dave? I like that upper bracket, did you make it?
 
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Hi Doug,
In this case the fan is PCM controlled, I just setup the on and off temperature set points.
For non PCM control I use Derale adjustable fan controllers which have worked fine. I would never buy a non adjustable controller, having the adjustment lets you compensate for temperature sending unit location and tolerances.
I made the fan mounts out of scrap round rod, pics are in the truck #2 build.
 
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Thanks for the info, Dave!
 
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