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Technical => Miscellaneous Technical => Topic started by: rocstarus on March 11, 2012, 12:48:40 PM

Title: radiator alternatives?
Post by: rocstarus on March 11, 2012, 12:48:40 PM: looking for another radiator for the 202red trimatic..for a 71 bedford bedouin(heavy) whats the most efficent and cost effective solution??.
Title: Re: radiator alternatives?
Post by: MaTTe on March 11, 2012, 05:49:24 PM: we use the VK triple pass in the race cars, needs minor mods to mount it, tho nothing difficult
Title: Re: radiator alternatives?
Post by: Mr Whippy on March 11, 2012, 11:40:26 PM: I use a landcruiser HZJ75 radiator in my camper. Outlet and inlet are in the right positions. Not too bad to fit but forget having a mechanical cooling fan as there just isnt enough room.
Works bloody well considering.
Title: Re: radiator alternatives?
Post by: druid on February 22, 2014, 09:05:09 PM: I have installed a holden 6cyl rodeo 2core aluminium in mine, made a couple of brackets and it can now be easily replaced in less than 10min. It takes up all the space from the bottom scoop to the top of the grille. Easy to fill with fluid access too.
Title: Re: radiator alternatives?
Post by: Ash on February 22, 2014, 09:12:04 PM: If you would like a TIG welded alloy radiator at the right price, have a look at this link http://stores.ebay.com.au/Asi-Factory-Direct/HOLDEN-/_i.html?_fsub=262150419&_sid=318533959&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322 (http://stores.ebay.com.au/Asi-Factory-Direct/HOLDEN-/_i.html?_fsub=262150419&_sid=318533959&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322)

I use these for many cars, karts etc and never had a problem in 3 years yet. Might be worth a try.