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Old 09-07-2009, 12:46 PM
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Hey Jim,

The Fluidyne radiator is too big with top vs side tanks and the inlet/outlet are in the wrong locations for my application. Other than that, a perfect fit The 1 1/2" core Griifin is the same size and shape as the Griffin it replaces so the swap will be easier. I've had good luck with the Griffin unit so I see no reason right now to reinvent the wheel. The extra 1/2" of core thicknes, combined with the fan, should do the trick.

I sure am glad the Taurus fan fixed your woes. It probably alone would take care of mine but I just want to go that extra mile.

Dave

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Dave,

I am very happy with this fan, it has not let the car get over 90C yet, and that includes sitting at an offramp for 5 minutes in traffic at 95F, after having pounded the big 427 pretty hard on the Interstate. If I were going to put a different radiator in my car, it would be that Fluidyne Cobra model. There are a couple on FleaBay for $499 with free shipping. One of them has a Best Offer feature and I sent in a $400 lowball and they countered at $480.

As you know from the overheating thread, I tried a bunch of fancy t-stats and would up back with the NAPA OEM replacement 180* model with 4 1/8" holes. My car runs solid at 85C/185F down the road and hangs around 85-90C at idle and running around town.

Good luck and keep us posted.

Jim
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