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Which Radiator Should I Use? [13 vote(s)]

Option 1, welded tanks
7.7%
Option 2, formed tanks
92.3%
davelacourse


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Thanks to everyone who voted using the Poll!

I had narrowed it down to 2 alternatives, both are Aluminum with 2 rows of 1" tubes, cost $300US + shipping, should work for my 496 in the future (and will be overkill for the 261 now but might as well plan ahead):

Option 1: Welded tanks

Radiator1.jpg

Looks more like race car styling, my car is more street/strip than race car, but I haven't shied from hi-perf items and the engine compartment will not be stock (power brakes and dual master cylinder with proportioning valve, battery relocated to trunk, windshield wiper motor relocated to under dash, alternator not generator, some day A/C, etc.)

Option 2: Formed tanks very much like original

Radiator2.jpg

This one is polished so will add to beauty, and styling is 50's to match the overall car. I am keeping the original core support an inner fenders.

AND NOW THE RESULTS: The clear favorite (12 to 1) was Option 2. That, plus the fact that my wife liked it best smile.gif made it the obvious choice. So I bought it!

Thanks,
Dave



-- Edited by davelacourse on Thursday 26th of March 2009 08:42:18 AM

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I have the first one in my car...  I like it   and I like the second one    I voted for both...

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427carl wrote:

I have the first one in my car...  I like it   and I like the second one    I voted for both...


I should have thought of that, I can run them in tandem and NEVER have any cooling problems biggrin.gif

Dave

 



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56Pontiac  1956 Pontiac Pathfinder 2dr sedan, 496 - dyno'd 545 hp, stick shift, 4.11 posi - Hot Rod

  1964 Acadian Beaumont SD convert, 283 - factory 195 hp, Powerglide, 3.08 10-bolt - Cruiser

  2012 US-built crew cab truck - Daily Driver and Boat Trailering
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perfect!!!   you are welcome....wink

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i like the looks of the 2nd one dave, like the "original" look of it. aww

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I like the 2nd one

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# 2 looks the best and if they cool the same I go for looks

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i used the original tanks in my 55 but went with a 4 core. she never gets hot and i've been to the east coast twice with her. i voted original looking

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I like the second but thats just me if your going major custom look then go with the first.

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I vote for #2, "cool" styling!
ARCADIAN

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i agree #2 is the best of both worlds, looks right and functions best

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