radiator question

pete1 · 06-25-2001, 07:38 AM

Which is better a modine 3 core or an aluminum radiator with TWO 1 INCH CORES. Thanks

Here is the site that has these radiators. Thanks

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/aw-cg...480903&r=0&t=0

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Stock Heads, 24 LB Injectors, E303 Camshaft,*
Edelbrock Performer Efi Intake, H-pipe, 2 Chamber Flowmasters,75 Bullet Mass Air Meter, 65TB, Mac Cold Air Induction, Mac Chrome Headers, AOD TCI Street Fighter Transmission, Tci 3000 stall converter, Lentech Valve Body, 4.10 gears, Timing Set At 14, TPS Set at .98, 190 Walbro Fuel Pump, Fuel Pressure set at 41, Msd 6AL,*Dual Biondo Line Locks, 15x3.5 Weld Wheel On Front, 15x10 Welds On Rear with 26x9.5x15 Hoosier Quick time Pro Tires.

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82 GT · 06-25-2001, 10:45 PM

I would have to say the one with the most capacity would be the better one. Since I have a 4 core radiator I am kind of partial to them myself. If the aluminum one had 3 cores then I would say that one would be better.
Also, the more fins per inch, the better.

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'82 GT 351W C-4,BBK headers,Carter 625 carb,Comp.Cam,Flowmaster exhaust.
1988 GT...T-5,bone stock

stangbang · 06-26-2001, 07:55 PM

the aluminum radiators are more efficient and lighter but also more expensive.I have a modine 3 core and it works great cooling my 347 stroker.It was about $100 cheaper than the aluminum job

Five0 · 06-26-2001, 10:00 PM

The one in the link looks like an afco radiator and that is what I am running.
It works great and I have no over heating problems even driving in 110 degree weather in traffic with the ac running and a cheap electric fan.
I have been told the 2 1" cores are better, but that is just what I was told.

You can pick up an afco for under $250.00 new.

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nochevy@hotmail.com
1991 Mustang LX
12.565 @109.38mph 1.764 60ft

MDM · 06-26-2001, 10:54 PM

I always run aluminums due to the greater heat dissipation property of the metal. Also, 2 large aluminum cores will provide more surface area for air movement between the cores and fins than the same size radiator with multiple cores, especially if the other one is copper/brass. Got with a quality aluminum model and you'll be glad you did.

dinomite · 06-26-2001, 10:57 PM

Brass is the best for heat transfer, followed by aluminum.

06-25-2001, 07:38 AM	#1
pete1 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 1999 Location: Radcliff, Ky U.S.A Posts: 202	radiator question Which is better a modine 3 core or an aluminum radiator with TWO 1 INCH CORES. Thanks Here is the site that has these radiators. Thanks http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/aw-cg...480903&r=0&t=0 ------------------ Stock Heads, 24 LB Injectors, E303 Camshaft,* Edelbrock Performer Efi Intake, H-pipe, 2 Chamber Flowmasters,75 Bullet Mass Air Meter, 65TB, Mac Cold Air Induction, Mac Chrome Headers, AOD TCI Street Fighter Transmission, Tci 3000 stall converter, Lentech Valve Body, 4.10 gears, Timing Set At 14, TPS Set at .98, 190 Walbro Fuel Pump, Fuel Pressure set at 41, Msd 6AL,*Dual Biondo Line Locks, 15x3.5 Weld Wheel On Front, 15x10 Welds On Rear with 26x9.5x15 Hoosier Quick time Pro Tires. <A HREF

06-25-2001, 10:45 PM	#2
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	I would have to say the one with the most capacity would be the better one. Since I have a 4 core radiator I am kind of partial to them myself. If the aluminum one had 3 cores then I would say that one would be better. Also, the more fins per inch, the better. ------------------ '82 GT 351W C-4,BBK headers,Carter 625 carb,Comp.Cam,Flowmaster exhaust. 1988 GT...T-5,bone stock

06-26-2001, 07:55 PM	#3
stangbang Registered Member Join Date: Oct 1999 Location: brunswick,ohio Posts: 135	the aluminum radiators are more efficient and lighter but also more expensive.I have a modine 3 core and it works great cooling my 347 stroker.It was about $100 cheaper than the aluminum job

06-26-2001, 10:00 PM	#4
Five0 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: middleburg, fl, usa Posts: 1,134	The one in the link looks like an afco radiator and that is what I am running. It works great and I have no over heating problems even driving in 110 degree weather in traffic with the ac running and a cheap electric fan. I have been told the 2 1" cores are better, but that is just what I was told. You can pick up an afco for under $250.00 new. ------------------ James Cox nochevy@hotmail.com 1991 Mustang LX 12.565 @109.38mph 1.764 60ft

06-26-2001, 10:54 PM	#5
MDM Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2000 Location: Flemington, NJ USA Posts: 166	I always run aluminums due to the greater heat dissipation property of the metal. Also, 2 large aluminum cores will provide more surface area for air movement between the cores and fins than the same size radiator with multiple cores, especially if the other one is copper/brass. Got with a quality aluminum model and you'll be glad you did.

06-26-2001, 10:57 PM	#6
dinomite The Dude Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Arlington, VA Posts: 1,262	Brass is the best for heat transfer, followed by aluminum.