31 Ford radiator

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TomIII

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just got a call from the radiator shop advising my 31 radiator is no good .... come get it for $50. analysis charge :-( Where is the best source for a 30/31 radiator?
 
FYI. Call Brassworks in Paso Robles, CA 805-239-2501, Or do a Google search for them. Won't be free, but not $1200.00 for a recore.. Know a lot of folks who are running with one or their radiators....Rick
 
I have 2 nice used 30-31 radiators in Northwest Ohio. Not interested in shipping. Need a good used 28-29 radiator. Message me if interested.
 
A 55 gallon drum works good as a replacement radiator. If you have a truck you can just put it in the bed and run hoses to the engine. :):D
 
Bob C said:
That's true, they show $1349 for a new core in your radiator.
https://thebrassworks.net/collectio...972/products/1930-1931-ford-restored-radiator
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Exactly, lots more to restoring than replacing. To properly 'restore' a radiator, the old radiator must be completely disassembled, then all the components cleaned and returned to what it looked like in 1928-1931 when it was first installed at the factory. Otherwise it really isn't a restoration is it??

Labor costs have really jumped in price in the last 12-18 months on everything, so don't be sticker shocked on Model-A restoration parts and supplies costing more too.
 
Something like this?
 

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Hello all, just replaced a radiator in my 31 and am having difficulty in getting the goose shaped radiator cap in place, the radiator itself appears to have a wider lip preventing the cap from seating properly, has anyone had to modify the cap or opening?

Please let me know…Mike
 
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