Users' questions

Can radiators be universal?

Can radiators be universal?

“People should also remember that universal radiators are just that—universal. This makes a direct-fit radiator a much better option in the end if available.” A fan should is recommended, where possible, to facilitate proper airflow through the radiator.

Do bigger radiators cool better?

An axial fan pushes air through the radiator, helping cool down the cooling fluid that will return to the engine. The surface area of the radiator allows the air to cool the fluid. So it would logic out that having a larger radiator, with more surface area, could help more liquid cool even faster.

Are Mishimoto radiators universal?

Mishimoto’s extensive line of universal performance aluminum radiators ensures that no matter how unique your build is, we have a radiator to keep it cool.

Where are be cool radiators made?

THE USA
Located in Michigan, Be Cool is proud to say all of its radiators are MADE IN THE USA.

Which is better 2 row or 3 row radiator?

More rows meant more surface area in contact with the fin and consequently a higher heat rejection. So a 3 row was better than a two row and so on. In this case a 3-Row aluminum radiator would only have a total of 1.86″ of tube-to-fin contact surface which is less than the two row core with 1″ tubes.

Is an all aluminum radiator better?

An aluminum radiator does cool better than a copper brass radiator. For example, an aluminum radiator with 2 rows of 1″ tubes is equivalent to a copper brass radiator with 5 rows of 1/2″ tubes. Aluminum provides high efficiency, is lightweight, and has a longer life compared to copper brass.

Can a radiator be too big?

A radiator that is not powerful enough will not be able to heat the room adequately, but a radiator that is too big will not only overheat the room but will cost you unnecessary money to run. A radiator’s size (or power) is measured in BTUs.

Does size of radiator matter?

If your radiator is too big, it will minimize essential wall space and use excess energy whenever it is in operation. By contrast, if your radiator is too small, it won’t have the capacity to properly heat your space to the required temperature.

Are Mishimoto radiators good?

I think the consensus on the Mishimoto units are: they cool well, but they can be unreliable due to the leaking issues they’ve been plagued with. IIRC, some other brand names of radiators have also been known to leak.

Where are Mishimoto radiators made?

New Castle, Delaware
Mishimoto makes their radiators inside their cutting edge R&D facility located in New Castle, Delaware.

Are aluminum radiators better than brass?

Are Cold Case radiators any good?

This is the third cold case radiator I have installed, they perform fantastic! This radiator and electric fans kit is a top notch, very well made and good looking piece of equipment. My GTO has a bored and stroked engine and after installing this radiator the temps dropped around 15 degrees now staying between 185-200.

How big is a flex a Lite Universal radiator?

Flex-A-Lite® 28 x 20 universal performance aluminum radiator featuring Extruded Core Technology with fully-shrouded Black Magic Xtreme S-Blade electric fan. Better cooling, stronger and more durable construction with less weight. Learn More Flex-A-Lite® 34 x 20 universal performance aluminum radiator featuring Extruded Core Technology.

How many Universal radiators are there on Amazon?

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How big is a northern aftermarket aluminum radiator?

209620 16 x 28 Northern Chevy/GM Aluminum Radiator 209621 16 x 28 Northern Chevy/GM Aluminum Radiator 209622 16 x 28 Northern Ford/Mopar Aluminum Radiator 209623 16 x 28 Northern Ford/Mopar Aluminum Radiator

Which is the best universal radiator for LS?

Flex-A-Lite® 28 x 20 universal performance aluminum radiator for LS engine swaps featuring Extruded Core Technology with fully-shrouded Black Magic Xtreme S-Blade electric fan. Better cooling, stronger and more durable construction with less weight.