[TR] TR3 Radiator Choices

Randall tr3driver at ca.rr.com
Mon Nov 15 13:23:37 MST 2010


> His question is: should he replace the radiator with an aluminum
> radiator
> or a stock "OEM" replacement?

My suggestion would be neither.  Instead, first take the old ruined radiator
to a good local radiator shop and see if they can install a modern core in
it.  Only the tanks & frame need to be repairable to take that path.  The
result will fit and look original (because it is), but cool better and weigh
less.  And the cost of a quality core installed is reasonably close to that
"unknown" replacement radiator.

At the same time, he can decide if he wants any "improvements", like
deleting the crank hole (for about 10% more cooling); changing the cap
fitting for a modern cap; having the extension tank to upper tank joint
reinforced; adding brackets for an electric fan, etc.  Here's a shot of
mine, with a Modine core installed and the upper tank reinforced.  (Not
shown is the modern filler, so I can run a 10 psi Lev-R-Vent cap and use
less force to remove it.)
http://tinyurl.com/22pjdqf

-- Randall 


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