Wrong Radiator?

[Mannersgg]

Just bought my first Ranger. 2000 XLT 3.0. Had to swap out the radiator so I bought an all aluminum one from a company called Zing King. Installed it, and the transmission lines fit, but don’t thread in. The fan shroud also doesn’t line up properly either. Not sure if I have the wrong part, I’m missing something, or if I’m just supposed to make some modifications. If it’s the latter, any suggestions are greatly appreciated as I’m semi-new to working on vehicles.

 

[franklin2]

I would call them or send it back. Get one from the local store, it may fit better.

 

[Mannersgg]

Update: the company actually confirmed I have the right radiator. I guess the fitment just sucks. I might end up just getting an adapter for the threading and make a plate to get the shroud to fit, unless anyone has any objections. I’d hate to return it because it wasn’t too bad of a price for an all aluminum.

 

[franklin2]

My suggestion was because it sounded like you had no fab skills. if you can adapt it, that would be the best way to go since you already have it.