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Old 03-07-2015, 06:14 PM
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i have just finished a very long build and I put a tall deck 427 blown in my c2 what is the very best way to keep it cool I have the stock 1966 big block radiator support in it..it will be my street car..any help would be great thanks..
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A DeWitts dual fan radiator would probably be a good start.

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Originally Posted by Gary's '66
A DeWitts dual fan radiator would probably be a good start.

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Don't guess. Call Tom Dewitt and tell him what your doing and he can build you what you need.
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Don't guess. Call Tom Dewitt and tell him what your doing and he can build you what you need.
... Just knock on Tom's door, he's right here on CF.

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I'm running a 509 with a 8-71, Becool Radiator custom built for tube frame chassis and dual pullers, in Heavy traffic, it will still get Hot. Has to be moving, even if it's only 10-15 mph.

Long story short, I would talk to Dewitts if/when I need another.

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Post a couple pics, would love to see your car.
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Are you sure the stock system will not be adequate? A stock system in excellent condition may well work - be sure it is fine tuned to it's original design as to blade positioning in relation to the shroud and that the pump is good and/or use a high volume one.

Normal driving situations in traffic should not drive up the need for bigger system capacities. If the engine has the prerequisite low compression, it will cool easier at driving speeds. Getting into the blower hard will heat it up in the short bursts, but likely under control of the stock system.
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I took the advise of the forum and just bought a dewitts fan and radiator combo!!!I sure hope this is the best way not just good but the best way to keep it cool ..thanks for the help everybody..i will post a pic of my bad boy soon
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Pics??????

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