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Technical 61 Ford Falcon radiator help needed

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by ciscokid, Nov 5, 2022.

  1. ciscokid
    Joined: Jan 29, 2011
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    ciscokid

    Hello. I'm helping a friend try to locate a replacement radiator for his late father's 61 Falcon. Stock 6 cylinder car. The only local radiator shop wants to charge $1,000 to repair the original.
    Does anyone know of an aftermarket radiator brand or company that fits like the original, or really close to original?
    Thanks for any help! 20221016_123616.jpg
     
  2. gimpyshotrods
    Joined: May 20, 2009
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    gimpyshotrods
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    My radiator came from O'Reilly's.

    1960 Falcon, with a 6-cylinder.

    It's a 3-core, too!
     
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  3. gimpyshotrods
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    Here you go: https://www.oreillyauto.com/shop/b/...30/automotive-car-1961-ford-falcon?q=radiator

    It is $180.99, plus the government cut.

    It is copper and br***. As a 3-core, it is one-core closer to the fan, so be aware.

    I have been running mine on a high compression 200 for a few years, with no issues.

    The filler neck it more towards the middle, so it fits the Mustang, too. It is not an issue.
     
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  4. ciscokid
    Joined: Jan 29, 2011
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    ciscokid

    Awesome! Thanks for that info Gimpy! Doesn't get any easier than that! Much appreciated!
     
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  5. gimpyshotrods
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    You're welcome!

    You will either need to get it delivered to your home, or to the store.

    There are none within 50-miles. That just takes a few days.
     
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