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Hot Rods Aluminum Rad Vibration/Movement Isolation

Discussion in 'The Hokey Ass Message Board' started by 2935ford, Sep 3, 2026.

  1. 2935ford
    Joined: Jan 6, 2006
    Posts: 3,859

    2935ford
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    '29 Tudor w/SBC rad issue.
    What are you folks doing with aftermarket aluminum radiators to isolate vibration and movement?
    I blew out mine (after 7 years) at all 4 corners and the firewall to rad support rod area due to movement. I have a puller electric fan attached with the through the rad holders.
    I have another rad to go back in but would like to know a way to help isolate this one better.
    Ideas?
    Thanks.
     
  2. Ziggster
    Joined: Aug 27, 2018
    Posts: 4,564

    Ziggster
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    Most factory rads have rubber isolators where secured to the ch***is. If your mounts are failing, I would look for something similar. Another option would be to mount the fan separately.
     
  3. lostone
    Joined: Oct 13, 2013
    Posts: 3,896

    lostone
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    from kansas

    I also built a bracket for my rods to connect to at the radiator end that ties the radiator and the radiator shell together.

    This way I have the shell helping to support the radiator and the radiator isn't taking the entire load.

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  4. 2935ford
    Joined: Jan 6, 2006
    Posts: 3,859

    2935ford
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    Thanks. Yes, I will be mounting the fan separate from the rad
     
  5. 2935ford
    Joined: Jan 6, 2006
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    2935ford
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    Thanks. Now there's a thought!
     

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