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Cooling overhaul

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Hey all,

I think I need to replace my radiator. I had it repaired at a shop that didn't do a good job, it still leaks a little and I'm having cooling problems.  They pinched of a couple of the channels and they are still leaking.

I see one listed at T-bird Products for $440.  It says it is a heavy duty 4 core, but I want to make sure i get the best product for the $.

Can some of you experts Cool help me out?  Do you think this is the best solution for the price?  Or has anyone found good product that takes little/no modifications and looks original?

On the same topic I see a fiberglass fan shroud listed on T-bird products for a 55-57 T-bird for $60.  Will that fit my 56 Victoria? Or can you point me in the right direction where I can get one? 

I'm also planning on ordering one of the 6 blade heavy duty 17" fans. Has anyone tried them?

What about electric fans? Are they effective? If someone has one that works well please share the details. I'd love to have one for parades etc.

I need to get something done this winter since I over heated several times this summer while idling in traffic.

Thanks!!

Andrew w00t 56-Vicky





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Forum Post Cooling overhaul By 56-Vicky ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post I wouldn't suggest pincing off any tubes. I had a radiator shop recore... By John F ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Andrew I havent had any dealings with the following man but a friend... By carl ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Andrew. Nice car. Now about the overheating, just some thoughts.... By Pete 55Tbird ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post A recommended thermostat is the #6 NAPA. High flow, 170 degrees. I... By paul2748 ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post I believe my book says Mr. Ford recommends a 7# cap. Will check after... By Tom Compton ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Hey Andrew, Nice car. I had one like it back in the 60's, wish I had... By Nick Brann ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Not to dispute Nick, but I have heard that a puller (rear of radiator)... By paul2748 ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Andrew; If you just had the Rad repaired and it's still leaking, take... By PF Arcand ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Hey Guys, Appreciate all the help/info. I've taken all of it and... By 56-Vicky ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Andrew: When you get your new radiator in, if you don't loose coolant... By Hoosier Hurricane ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post That's good to know! Any suggestions on a more accurate guage that I... By 56-Vicky ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Andy, don't know if you have followed my old post about installing... By Daniel Jessup ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post I also found only 1 place that sells shrouds for the 56 full size car.... By marvh ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Just a thought about the electric fans. You may want to give Northern... By Daniel Jessup ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post On the subject of electric fans. The Mustang and the Jeep and off... By Pete 55Tbird ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post FWIW, I have had the 4-row from T-Bird on my 292 equipped '56 for... By rgrove ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Daniel, Yeah, I saw your post when I started this whole thing. I'll... By 56-Vicky ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post I installed a 4 row in my 56 sunliner with no problems, my 56 had had... By speedpro56 ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Andy, Re the gage question, two or three thoughts, A new... By pegleg ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Frank,

When you say that the highest temperature will be...
By unibodyboy ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Greg, Not much from the front to the back. I think your present sender... By pegleg ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post I don't think there is a "downside" to putting your temp sensor at the... By GREENBIRD56 ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Andrew;

In case you still have the '56 double diaphragm...
By DANIEL TINDER ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Well, I got the radiator and 6 blade fan yesterday and put it in this... By 56-Vicky ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post Hey guys, been a few days since I was able to log on. My 1 year old... By 56-Vicky ( 18 Years Ago )
Forum Post If you are going to run an electric fan, use a puller with a shroud.... By paul2748 ( 18 Years Ago )


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