So, my radiator needs a new core and i got a couple of estimates to have it done and they all came in around $200-$300, which i wasnt expecting. then someone told me i could probably buy a brand new radiator for that much. Im sure someone out there has replaced a core or bought a new radiator before so i was looking for suggestions of brands or where to get one. Thanks for the help
Walker makes an extremely high quality radiator for a 54 Ford. They are not cheap though. However, if you want the best and want to retain a stock looking radiator, it's the way to go. I'm personally saving my $$ to buy one. Your other choice is to use an early mustang radiator, which can be bought from AutoZone, etc. I've heard these work, but am not sure about which exact one you should ask for. The drawback, of course, is that it won't look stock, but if that's not important to you, then it's a much cheaper route to take.
they are expensive. mine had a hole in it an I had asked how much to get a new one I ws quoted at 500. I had the hole in my radiator repaired and luckily the hole held. 60 bucks. Let us know what you come up with?
i did mine about 3 years ago and cost me 650 aussie dollars. As a comparison,need a radiator for my 59 ranchwagon. Did my homework,National company qouted $840 aussie dollars and had to be shipped to another state??? didnt understand why. Next qoute, well i didnt get a qoute,good mate of mine is mates with Norm from Desert Aussie Coolers and delivered my rad to my sweet little hand from the other side of our brown land for $450.00 aussie dollars.Brand new and thanks to Norm.... Its not what you know but who you know lol.
Both Speedway and Summit have aluminum radiators $150-175 that cool better than stockers,some of the guys at 1954ford.com have used them with almost no modification and they are also available with the inlet and outlets in different locations in case you have done an engine swap.
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