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Project Super Nova Radiator (Read 21093 times)
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Project Super Nova Radiator
04/27/08 at 22:20:19
 
A new radiator / fan combo has ben long overdue for SuperNova.
With the upcoming cruise, the original 1 core copper/brass would just not keep up.
I've been working on this car for over 8 years and this will be the first time I get it out for the cruise.
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Re: Project Super Nova Radiator
Reply #1 - 04/27/08 at 22:22:05
 
This was the original 69 radiator that was in the car when I got it.
and a junkyard electric fan.
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Reply #2 - 04/27/08 at 22:23:05
 
New Radiator mocked up.
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Reply #3 - 04/27/08 at 22:25:20
 
I wanted my initials painted on the new radiator, so I made a template on my computer.
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Reply #4 - 04/27/08 at 22:26:20
 
After the paint dried-
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Reply #5 - 04/27/08 at 22:27:22
 
Front View
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Reply #6 - 04/27/08 at 22:28:52
 
I had to shorten the lower hose and modify the top bracket a little to get a good fit.
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Reply #7 - 04/27/08 at 22:31:04
 
Next, I installed my new Flexalite fan
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Reply #8 - 04/27/08 at 22:31:48
 
2nd view
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Reply #9 - 04/27/08 at 22:34:30
 
Next, I ran a wire with a 20A fuse from my solenoid to a relay I mounted on the firewall.
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Reply #10 - 04/27/08 at 22:38:08
 
Because I didn't want to cover up the front of my new radiator with a tranny cooler, I fabricated some brackets to hold it just below the radiator.
It won't get a great deal of airflow in this location, but should be just fine.
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Reply #11 - 04/27/08 at 22:39:16
 
Completed view, and ready to Cruise!   Grin

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Reply #12 - 04/27/08 at 22:49:34
 
Looks great. I need to go check it out in person!

I like the tranny cooler.

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