What Radiator should i put in my 302? 73 - Page 2

CentralValleyComet · 2012-06-26, 15:36

I think 1974 is when they stoped making the v8.

FordCountry180 · 2012-06-26, 15:52

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Originally Posted by CentralValleyComet

I think 1974 is when they stoped making the v8.

72' comet had 4 engine options 170 200 250 302. Are the tranny lines from a 72 comet V8?

jayss10 · 2012-06-26, 16:02

I need one witch side does the lower rad. Hose come on mine its the passenger side

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Originally Posted by 71gold

i checked with my guy at advance auto parts...3 row....$203...my cost $149.

I've bought these for myself and others over the years...it will have to be ordered...

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**olerodder** · 2012-06-26, 16:54

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Originally Posted by b_ryce70Mav

The three core aluminum from Champion does an excellent job of cooling, but is a really tight fit.

Since I am buying one, can you define what you mean by "Tight Fit", or better yet send some pictures.

**Jsarnold** · 2012-06-26, 17:06

The drain petcock hits the front cross member. Several of us had to notch the crossmember for clearance. The bottom radiator hose JUST clears the cross member when installed on the radiator outlet. The radiator cap is probably pretty close to the hood but doesn't touch. But, you'll love it.

**71gold** · 2012-06-26, 21:52

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Originally Posted by olerodder

Since I am buying one, can you define what you mean by "Tight Fit", or better yet send some pictures.

talk to Sid at Champion. tell him it's for a Maverick...

951-245-9464

**71gold** · 2012-06-26, 21:54

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Originally Posted by jayss10

I need one witch side does the lower rad. Hose come on mine its the passenger side

stock Maverick won't work for your motor.
talk to Sid at Champion and tell him you need a maverick radiator with the pass side outlet...

...951-245-9464...

**olerodder** · 2012-06-26, 21:55

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Originally Posted by 71gold

talk to Sid at Champion. tell him it's for a Maverick...

951-245-9464

Thanks Frank, I will....................and if I mention your name do I get a discount..............or does he add on 10% for your commission?

**71gold** · 2012-06-26, 22:04

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Originally Posted by olerodder

Thanks Frank, I will....................and if I mention your name do I get a discount..............or does he add on 10% for your commission?

chances are...neither... but he may remember me...

jayss10 · 2012-06-27, 00:44

THank you any idea how much they cost

Quote:

Originally Posted by 71gold

stock Maverick won't work for your motor.
talk to Sid at Champion and tell him you need a maverick radiator with the pass side outlet...

...951-245-9464...

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2012-06-26, 15:36	#11
CentralValleyComet Member Join Date: 2012-02-08 Location: West Coast Posts: 41 Vehicle(s): 73' Comet 302 4-Door iTrader: 0 (0%) Images: 1	I think 1974 is when they stoped making the v8.

2012-06-26, 17:06	#15
Jsarnold Senior Member Join Date: 2008-10-29 Location: Raleigh, North Carolina Posts: 2,761 Vehicle(s): '72 Sprint iTrader: 13 (100%) Images: 13	The drain petcock hits the front cross member. Several of us had to notch the crossmember for clearance. The bottom radiator hose JUST clears the cross member when installed on the radiator outlet. The radiator cap is probably pretty close to the hood but doesn't touch. But, you'll love it.