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Steve in Snohomish
07-25-2023, 02:35 PM
Started prepping for the radiator installation and came up with a couple issues.
#1 was offset, but in searching, I found that was for the donor rad, so problem solved.:D
#2 Actual mounting location. When I fit the radiator in position, the outer sides ride hard on the slanted frame, not allowing it to set tight against the two attach tubes. Would it make a big difference if I mounted it behind those tubes?

Thanks,
Steve

Papa
07-25-2023, 03:01 PM
I recommend looking at the Breeze upper and lower radiator mount kits and either buy or make your own. I damaged one radiator that I mounted per the manual and it developed a leak at the upper left mount after a year of driving on our horrible Colorado roads.

egchewy79
07-25-2023, 03:09 PM
Started prepping for the radiator installation and came up with a couple issues.
#1 was offset, but in searching, I found that was for the donor rad, so problem solved.:D
#2 Actual mounting location. When I fit the radiator in position, the outer sides ride hard on the slanted frame, not allowing it to set tight against the two attach tubes. Would it make a big difference if I mounted it behind those tubes?

Thanks,
Steve

+1 on the Breeze products for the rad.
do you have pics? the radiator shouldn't be touching the R and L angled tubes from my memory.

Steve in Snohomish
07-25-2023, 08:19 PM
+1 on the Breeze products for the rad.
do you have pics? the radiator shouldn't be touching the R and L angled tubes from my memory.

That's what I was thinking. I'll have to look into the Breeze mounts.

42Bfast
07-25-2023, 08:57 PM
+2 on the Breeze mounts. Easy installation and gives plenty of flexibility.
You’ll find Mark very helpful and knowledgeable. All of his products come with excellent detailed instructions.

danmas
07-25-2023, 09:17 PM
Just purchased them yesterday…

Andrew Davis
07-26-2023, 12:35 AM
I just changed my lower mounts from zip ties to SS clamps. Am using Breeze H/W. In eastmont area, you're welcome to stop by if so inclined. Andy

OSU Cowboy
07-26-2023, 09:19 AM
BREEZE! Also strongly suggest you come up with some type of rock guard over the radiator.

Papa
07-26-2023, 09:39 AM
BREEZE! Also strongly suggest you come up with some type of rock guard over the radiator.

This is what a lot of guys use, including me.

https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Nomex-Honeycomb-Radiator-Guard-Protector-Screen-Mesh-15-x-22,29426.html?utm_medium=CSEGoogle&utm_source=CSE&utm_campaign=CSEGOOGLE&gclid=Cj0KCQjwiIOmBhDjARIsAP6YhSXn3-bjzszK_KPl66ZkY8FmBFq8QW77bIXTPobKdUacXQ_wd7IDEZYa Ai_EEALw_wcB

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=184964&d=1685149580