1935 Ford V8 radiator.

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Viv W

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Hi All,
I sent my radiator in to be re-cored. My local repair shop have fitted a modern core that is only 2 inches thick instead of 3 inches thick. I have complained, but have been told the modern brass core will be much more efficient and it will be ok. My instincts tell me otherwise and I would welcome members input.
Thanks regards
Viv.
 
Seems to me that with this new core your cooling system capacity will hold less water/coolant. The new core will have to be very efficient to make up for this loss of coolant capacity. I would trust your instincts on this one....

BTW - How many quarts of water will the cooling system accept with this new core???
 
Sounds like they are doing a sell job on you,,, I'd be a bit nervous myself on that. Flatheads and heat don't like to play well together.

Call Gary Bergbower and ask his opinion he is an expert on the Model A side anyway, best guy around. He may be able to give you some advice on this.

http://www.bergsradiator.com/home.html
 
I've heard that these new radiators have larger tubes and are based on hi volume flow . I guess better then an old one packed with forging sand ......
 
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