Radiator question

Discussion in 'Technical' started by blugene, Dec 17, 2008.

  1. PINKY

    PINKY .....John Ford.....

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    My HOWE doesn't either. :)
     
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    Isn't that the same radiator that was offered here by someone else for quite a bit less?
     
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    mean_maverick Senior Member

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    ive been watching them as well and ill prolly buy a couple this spring for some of my cars
     
  4. blugene

    blugene Senior member Supporting Member

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    :hmmm: I don't know which one your trying to say is quite a bit less...:)

    Doesn't look the same for one. I also think the price of this one may be less, could be wrong tho. I just think it looks awsome. I'm not too impressed on the corners of the one that was offered here. Looks like patch work. I'm sure the ones to be coming may be better, if these arn't them. It's on the net and I don't know who may be who or not.
    Again, the price is great. I bought my brass/copper one for more and it's factory spec.
     
  5. blugene

    blugene Senior member Supporting Member

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    :eek: You spelled my name right!
    I do realize the difference between auto and manual. I was more concerned about the fit and neck sides and sizes. BUTsince you mentioned lines... are they the same size fittings rad to rad? I'm assuming yes...there's that word :D.
    What's "Griffin"?
     
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    :hmmm: I don't know which one your trying to say is quite a bit less...:)




    I was refering to yours being about $50 less and noted it is a Champion also.
     
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    Yeah, I know. I got spell check.:rofl2:

    Griffin is "The Most Recognized Name In Performance Cooling" according to their website http://griffinrad.com/
     
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    blugene Senior member Supporting Member

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    I really like the savings but the look is worth so much more...

    I'm in the spell check! That's so cool...:rolleyes:
    "The Most Recognized"? I have never heard of them till now...:disagree:
     
  9. blugene

    blugene Senior member Supporting Member

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    My how time flies! My son has to finish a couple of things then I will post pics. He said he will finish tomorrow...
    I have decided to go with the Taurus fan set up. That will have to come in due time.
     
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    blugene Senior member Supporting Member

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    I am close to finishing this project. Something in the description is making me want this fan. :cool:


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    This is a Brand New chrome 16" ZIRGO high performance BLU cooling fan. Hi torque 12 Volt Electric motor with sealed ball bearings & balanced black curved blades. Blades are reversible to be used as a pusher or puller, moving 3000 CFM. Demensions: 16 3/4" wide X 15 3/4" high X 3 1/2" These Fans are a true space saver with its thin design. This kit includes a 180 degree fixed temp switch, Heavy duty 30/40 amp relay & wiring harness w/ 4' of wire.

    http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/16-P...ptZMotorsQ5fCarQ5fTruckQ5fPartsQ5fAccessories

    Here are a couple of pics of this fat radiator :dance:
     

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    maverick1970 MCG State Rep

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    Will the radiator and cap clear the hood mounted in that high.
     
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    Yes, barely :whew:. Not sure about a Mav tho.
    At first I thought it would not fit from all points. Mounting, bottom hose, hood... All fits with hardly any tollerance. I don't think you can fit a bigger one in there.
     
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    hey gene, I bought a fan from a taurus and I have to some cutting to make it fit, the one you have there from ebay looks pretty sweet.
     
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    this gives me something to look forward to, lol. i guess we'll find out the hard way.

    btw, the fan looks like a good deal. the temp switch setup should make it an easy bolt in. i think about the same setup like that one but since im going to EFI then im gonna use the fan wiring from the ECU (hopefully) and let the computer control when the fan comes on or kicks off. we'll see how well that works out :rolleyes:
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    gene,
    how much room do you have from the waterpump nose to the radiator? ...and also w/o a shroud you are only...fan cooling...a 16" circle...:yup:

    Frank...
     
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