radiator question

[Pegasus]

Hello guys,

i think this is a real dumb question, but here it goes

I have a chance to guy a 4 core radiator cheap for my L/cruiser, however the top and bottom pipes are on different sides from what i need, is it possible to swop my old top and bottom tanks onto the new radiator, they are the same dimensions all round.

thankyou!!!

 

[cardinal fang]

Is it metal, plastic, or aluminum? Stock engine or V8?
Metal tops and bottoms are soldered on. Propane torch and compressed air will blow the solder off. Takes a little bit of skill to get it just right. You can buy radiators for around $150, new. The one you want must be really cheap.

 

[wantatlc]

agreed.. hardly seems worth the effort to pull this off given you can buy new very affordably, get at least 1 year warranty, and know it is setup correct right from the start. On such a crucial part... I would pass.

 

[Pegasus]

Hi, its metal, i live down in NZ, so i am unable to get good new parts down here like all the supplies you have in US, usually have to go 2nds, or get customs built, the last one i got Custom bulit for a mini truck cost me a grand... about 600USD, i would be looking at that again... its to go with the stock engine, and its a trail rig only, so im going to put a big ass fan in front off it also, keep her cool, with alarms and stuff when she is getting to warm.