Radiator and fan

[69clone]

Hey guys,
I know for a big block you need a bigger radiator to cool the motor, But i was wondering is there any reason i can't upgrade that and the fan/shroud now? Also whats size radiator and fan are recommended I just saw this radiator, http://www.racingjunk.com/category/...inum-Triple-Pass-Radiators-Ford-GM-Mopar.html Anyone know if it's any good? I was looking at more expensive radiators but if i can get the same job done with something cheaper why not
Anyways thanks,
~Nick

 

[72Satellite440]

I just dont know about seperateing the trans /rad cooler-
I prefer the combo rad's..at 219.00
http://cgi.ebay.ca/PLYMOUTH-ROADRUNNER-ALUMINUM-RADIATOR-3-ROW-1969-1972-/250775251198?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&hash=item3a635ea8fe

 

[69clone]

Thanks, That's kind of neat. Didn't know they had combos. I did notice the one you linked has the inlet and outlet on the opposite sides of mine, Is that how the big blocks are?

 

[72Satellite440]

That is correct for BB 69-72 -
the 26"shroud fits right up to this one
http://mopartsracing.com/parts/bb.html Shroud - 73.99

 

[69clone]

That is correct for BB 69-72 -
the 26"shroud fits right up to this one
http://mopartsracing.com/parts/bb.html Shroud - 73.99

Thanks, So I just need to run longer hoses for it to fit on my 318?

 

[TruBee]

I'm pushing 600hp. I'm not taking any chances with cooling issues. I went with a Ron Davis setup.

 

[72Satellite440]

Oh I thought you had a Big block , you will need a different Rad

 

[69clone]

Oh I thought you had a Big block , you will need a different Rad

Np, So i can't make that work? Thats what i was wondering if i could upgrade my radiator now and use it later.

 

[maddawg57]

I am running a 4 core radiator with factory shroud like the one 72 satellite posted above on my 500 stroker it's in excess of 600 hp with no cooling problems. Those radiators are made by champion radiator my 4 core was $284 to the door.

 

[maddawg57]

No ,you won't be able to make it work ,the big block and small block radiators are different as you already know.