I was wondering what radiator I should use for my truck I have an 81 F-150 so it's the top bolt on style not the side bolt. I am swapping in a 460 and want to get a bigger radiator. I was thinking about getting a 4 core for a 83 F-250/350 with a 460. I really do not want to go with an aluminum radiator a little to much money. Thanks if anyone could help

 

Are you sure that an aluminum radiator is the more expensive option as compared to copper/brass? Get yourself a good 4 tube Modine and you should be all set. 4 core should be more than enough radiator for that engine truck combination since I think that is the largest Ford put in as an option with their super cooling package. Aluminum with plastic tanks was introduced to reduce weight and cost. I'm not sure about the heat transfer comparisons of aluminum versus brass/copper but I would guess aluminum is not as good.

John

 

I didn't mean the plastic tank aluminum radiator I was going to buy a real aluminum radiator but they run about $600. easily I was thinking the copper 4 row modine good advice I think that will be my choice.