John,
Aluminum radiators definitely have the "cool" factor (pun intended) in both
looks and cooling ability but they are pricey. I got two quotes last month
for drop in replacements:
Wizard Cooling - Radiator @ $500 and 16" Spal Fan @ $225 = $775
Ron Davis Radiator - radiator @ $565 and fan @ $310 = $875
In either case (recore existing or buy aluminum), replace your stock
mechanical fan with Rick Patton's Fan Eliminator kit and install a 16"
electric puller fan. I've been running with a 12" puller fan all year with
no problems. I have my fan wired so that a dash light comes on when it's
running, which is very infrequent. As long as I'm moving at 25 mph or more
the fan has yet to come on and the temp gauge hasn't moved past 1/2 way.
When it does run it's only for a short burst to lower the temp. I'm in
Connecticut so most of my driving is sub 90 degree weather but I have been
out in the mid 90's with no problem.
There's pictures on my site of the Fan Eliminator kit.
Bob Danielson
1975 TR6 CF38503U
Running w/ Throttle Body Injection
http://tr6.danielsonfamily.org
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-6pack@Autox.Team.Net [mailto:owner-6pack@Autox.Team.Net] On
Behalf Of John VanNorman
Sent: Friday, June 29, 2007 3:52 PM
To: 6-Pack
Subject: [6pack] Alloy Cooling Radiators
I just wanted to get the list's opinion on alloy cooling radiators. I
understand the basic pros (lower weight, better cooling), but in the past,
based on the cost and the fact I don't plan on racing my TR, I've leaned
towards just having my old radiator recored. But the special price TRF is
running has me at least reconsidering. I don't know, would it still be a
waste of money? Would one work better with an electric fan? Anything I
should consider?
John V.
1974 1/2 TR6
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