New radiator installation procedure?

[bigd1101]

Is it easier to install the new radiator in the car and then slide the shell down over it or should the radiator be installed in the shell first prior to putting it in the car? Still waiting on the new radiator......early Nov.



Don

 

[Farrell In Vancouver]

I find it easier with the shell out of the way to secure the pads, bottom bolts, springs, washers, and cotter pins. Then slip the shell on and secure it.
Good luck with the new rad!

 

[bigd1101]

I find it easier with the shell out of the way to secure the pads, bottom bolts, springs, washers, and cotter pins. Then slip the shell on and secure it.
Good luck with the new rad!

I was hoping that was the case........

 

[Slowplane]

I tape cardboard over both sides of the radiator during the install, then remove after the job is done. (lessens the damage and the "dammit" potential.)

 

[bigd1101]

I tape cardboard over both sides of the radiator during the install, then remove after the job is done. (lessens the damage and the "dammit" potential.)

Yes indeed! That fan nut can do a lot of damage to the nice new fins and tubes.





Don

 

[old31]

x2 with farrell and slow.