Junkyard Radiator

[GIJoe4500]

My internet connection is too crappy for searching. I'm sorry if this question has been asked alot..

If I recal correctly, James Duff carries a v8 swap radiator for RBVs. I also recalling them bein' a tad pricey.

Are there any suitable stock radiators that will be easy to make fit into a Ranger for a v8 swap?

I know it would not be a direct bolt in, like the J.D. radiator would be, I'd just be lookin' for somethin' that would have the inlet/outlet in the correct place, would be around the right size to fit in place of the RBV radiator, and would be adequate cooling for a stock 302/351w.

Thanks,
-Brandon

[281Ranger]

I'm using one for a V8 Explorer. Bolts right into the '98-up, but I'm not sure how it fits in the earlier Rangers.

[GIJoe4500]

Thanks for that info 281Ranger!

Anyone else using somethin' other than a custom, an explorer, or J.D. radiator? Come on v8 people! I know you are out there! haha

Thanks again
-Brandon

[GIJoe4500]

I've read a brief amount about using an Explorer radiator out of a automatic 4.0L with A/C. Anyone have anymore information on this? Specifically, if I'll have to run a v-belt or a serpentine water pump?

[wickedwindsor]

I've run my original '91 rad with my 351 for a year now. In the hottest days of summer it was fine while driving down the road but on the trail, slow moving, I had to have my electric fan on almost all the time to keep the temp under control. I don't have A/C anymore and the fact you live in Texas, you might decide you need something more substantial. Last week I got myself a brand new aftermarket stock oe rad (2 row). I suspect the old one had lots of 'stuff' in it from over the years.

[projectnitemare]

I use a universal 26x19 aluminum radiator from Jegs. The thing is massive and only $179. It cools my stroker with no problem at all. For a few bucks more you can have a brand new radiator that will easily cool you engine with no problems.

Matt

[GIJoe4500]

Well, I'm askin' about the explorer radiator, because my cousin says he can get it to me for free. He's a wrecker driver, and his dad is a mechanic.. So they have quite a few vehicles sitting around.

If I HAVE to buy one, it'll be the universal one from Jegs.

So... Anyone know about the Exploder radiator? Specifically which belt set-up I'll need on the motor to make the water flow the right direction.

Thanks again!
-Brandon

[Hjcraver]

I thing this radiator on Ebay may work great, but it still cost about $300.00.
Looks like it slides up under the radiator support nicely. I dont know of anyone who has actually bought one.

Item number: 180208264724

85-94 V-8 RANGER ALUMINUM 2 ROWRADIATOR "NEW"
FOR RANGERS OR BRONCO 2 WITH A V8,302,351,460

[GIJoe4500]

Thanks Hjcraver. But there is no way I'm gonna spend $300 on a radiator. I just need to know about the Explorer radiator thing right now. I'm gonna keep searchin', but I'm not havin' much luck.

[red85]

I run a rad out of a 94 Explorer and it cools my V8 just fine. I modified the core support with some stainless I had. It is tucked up under the core support and I run a flex fan with plenty of room to spare.

[Hjcraver]

Was the radiator from your 94 Explorer for a 4.0-V6 ?

Was it a 2 or 3 core radiator

[GIJoe4500]

The 94 Explorers only came with the 4.0 v6. If it was the automatic trans with A/C its the "super cooling" radiator. My question for you though, red85....is what belt setup do you run? v-belt, or serpentine? That is ALL i really need to know.

Thanks!