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82 GT · 06-28-2004, 02:36 PM

rwhite65 Yes, I do have a trans cooler.
I've heard the stock taurus fans can move as much as 2400cfm of air.

stang_racer20, I don't see why a 2 core aluminum would be any better. Both aluminum and brass units have their pros and cons.

I understand the theory behind having more water than anti-freeze but isn't that sacrificing some boil over protection?

What about the radiator cap? Would a higher pressure one be better? I have a 13psi right now.
Also, I think I'm running a little too lean. Would that add to the problem?
I'll try the inexpensive fixes first and then move on from there.
Maybe I can back the timing down a bit too.

06-28-2004, 02:36 PM	#7
82 GT Import Slayer Join Date: May 1999 Posts: 2,241	rwhite65 Yes, I do have a trans cooler. I've heard the stock taurus fans can move as much as 2400cfm of air. stang_racer20, I don't see why a 2 core aluminum would be any better. Both aluminum and brass units have their pros and cons. I understand the theory behind having more water than anti-freeze but isn't that sacrificing some boil over protection? What about the radiator cap? Would a higher pressure one be better? I have a 13psi right now. Also, I think I'm running a little too lean. Would that add to the problem? I'll try the inexpensive fixes first and then move on from there. Maybe I can back the timing down a bit too. __________________ '82 GT 351W (.060)Comp Cams 274* Extreme Energy cam, ported & polished heads w/ 1.94/1.60 valves 10.3:1 flat top pistons,stealth intake, Mallory dizzy,Holley 750dp carb, BBK shorties,Flowmaster exhaust,C-4 with 3700 stall converter, B&M pro shifter,8.8 rear, 4:10's, subframes, electric fan, powermaster alternator, 4 core radiator.