Champion Radiator, correct cap

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Jan 3, 2021 | 05:02 AM

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This brings up a question. I installed a Champion in my 60 and of course didn't want to run the 16 lb cap so I used my original type 7 lb. The problem I saw was the Champion filler neck is 1 1/2" deep and the original radiator was less, don't recall the exact dimension, so I don't know how well the cap is actually sealing. I couldn't find any 1 1/2" deep 7 lb caps?

Think I saw you mention this before, so I made sure to check carefully and keep an eye on that. On my 64 the standard Motorcraft 7 lb cap seems to fit perfect in terms of sealing.

Jan 3, 2021 | 09:15 AM

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Think I saw you mention this before, so I made sure to check carefully and keep an eye on that. On my 64 the standard Motorcraft 7 lb cap seems to fit perfect in terms of sealing.

It wasn't me so maybe someone else noticed the same problem..

Jan 3, 2021 | 01:03 PM

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Hm. Great. @hiball3985 so does this mean I will soon be out in the garage (it's fv$&@ing cold!) measuring my radiator cap inlet depth, and discovering something else to worry about? Stay Tuned! Thanks.

Jan 3, 2021 | 06:11 PM

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Jan 3, 2021 | 08:02 PM

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OK, crisis averted, at least for the 64 flavored Champion. It looks like about 5/8" depth, same as factory radiator. Wonder why they went off in the weeds for 60?

Jan 4, 2021 | 01:53 PM

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OK, crisis averted, at least for the 64 flavored Champion. It looks like about 5/8" depth, same as factory radiator. Wonder why they went off in the weeds for 60?

My memory from last year was wrong. I measured it today and it's 1" deep. When I saw the difference in the 16 lb cap depth and the 7 lb that what started me wondering how well it was sealing on the internal seat. I thought I would take a picture today but can't find the 16 lb cap, must have went in the trash..

Jan 4, 2021 | 02:10 PM

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I thought I would take a picture today but can't find the 16 lb cap, must have went in the trash..

Yeah, well the difference is you can probably stroll out there in flip-flops, shorts, and a Led Zeppelin T-shirt. I braved the elements and had to put on a coat and everything.

Jan 4, 2021 | 07:31 PM

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Yeah, well the difference is you can probably stroll out there in flip-flops, shorts, and a Led Zeppelin T-shirt. I braved the elements and had to put on a coat and everything.

HA HA, I wish. this was last Wed. My Yblock loves the snow..