1968 24 inch radiator

[nikzack]

anything special need to be done to add a 24 inch radiator other than the mounting saddles?

 

[68sunlitgold]

That's it...should bolt right in. If you are looking for the extra cooling the 24" gives, I would recommend getting the shroud also.

Doug

 

[x-codegtcs]

Has anyone here ordered one of the new "west modine" radiators? If so, how do you like it?

 

[nikzack]

Ill have to look them up im just getting ready to order a new radiator

 

[franklinair]

'An ounce of prevention'... Where ever you buy it, no matter what brand- take it to a radiator shop and have it pressure tested before installing. (That goes for heater cores as well.)

Neil

 

[CougarCJ]

Don't forget to remove the two side shields for the 20 incher.

Definitely get the fan shroud. I would also get a 5 blade flex or 7 blade clutch fan, instead of the small 4 blade fixed fan.

Going with the larger radiator is a good idea. I have added them to both of my 1968's - Cougar and Mustang.

 

[nikzack]

Any recommendations on the best place to get a new OEM style 24 inch 3 core?

 

[franklinair]

I bought one fro NPD - no problems.

Neil

 

[x-codegtcs]

Neil - what was the NPD part number you ordered? Do you have a photo - does it look original?

 

[sportyworty]

west modine was the original supplier in 68 for SJ built cars. Obviously the new one would not have the FoMoCo on the top tank but it was under the the top bracket on a 24 anyway. For an automatic that would be my choice. Unfortunately no one makes a 4 speed specific bottom tank any longer.

 

[nikzack]

I just ordered a new 3 core from mustangs unlimited

 

[nikzack]

Got the new radiator and schroud today got me a project for this weekend

 

[nikzack]

Got it installed and she is runniing cool as can be yea:smile: