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Old 12-02-2014, 08:43 AM
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I have a question about the code date for my 63 rad.
My vin is 30837S115504 What date code should my rad be.
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Your car was built around the middle of May 1963. More than likely, your original radiator would have been dated March or April 1963.



D equals April. I'd like that.

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Originally Posted by 65hihp
Your car was built around the middle of May 1963. More than likely, your original radiator would have been dated March or April 1963.
Thanks for the reply. I just bought a new dated rad and it had a "D" I thought it should be "E".
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Originally Posted by morly1963
Thanks for the reply. I just bought a new dated rad and it had a "D" I thought it should be "E".
"D" is perfect for a May build car. "C", "D" or "E" would be acceptable.
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My car was built June 7, and my original radiator is dated E (May).
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Originally Posted by Vettebuyer6369
My car was built June 7, and my original radiator is dated E (May).
Thanks, I thought I was going to have to send this one back. Didnt want that hassle.

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