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Old Oct 7, 2010 | 01:28 PM
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Radiator Core Support

I have a 1991 F350 with a 7.3 idi. I am in the process of doing an engine swap on it, and I noticed when I took out my core support that it is rusting out badly on each side around the headlights.

I have been looking for a replacement for mine. Despite scouring the internet, the only ones for the 7.3 I can find say "Without A/C". I have A/C, and I was wondering if anyone knows why it is virtually impossible to find one for the 7.3 that is fit for A/C or where I might find one.

Also, if anyone knows what exactly the difference between being fit for A/C and not being fit is. There might be some way I can modify it and get it to work.
 
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Old Oct 7, 2010 | 05:47 PM
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There is no different rad support for a diesel w a/c or without. They are all the same for a diesel.

Now. with that being said 9 out of 10 you order from the aftermarket for a "diesel" will be for a gasser(idiots). Your best bet is just bite the bullet and buy one from ford
 
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Old Oct 7, 2010 | 08:29 PM
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What about if the same vendor has two different ones, one labeled as gas, and one labeled as diesel? Do you think I'll be alright then?
 
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Old Oct 8, 2010 | 04:06 AM
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No. LMC and JBC both play the game of saying they have diesel ones, but when it shows up at your house they are gas ones. OEM is the only way i know to get one
 
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