1964 / vintage air installation
01-11-2018, 07:40 PM
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1964 / vintage air installation
I have a 1964 Corvette, 300 HP, Automatic Transmission. I am installing a vintage air conditioner. What is the recommended radiator for the added air conditioner? How many row cross flow (2-3-4) is recommended? Does an aluminum radiator dissipate more heat than a metal/brass radiator? Any recommendation on the radiator thickness or cooling fins per square inch? Any special or recommended installation procedures? Thank for your help!
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01-11-2018, 07:53 PM
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After installing a VA system in my 66 300 hp car four years ago my engine did start to run hot. I replaced the fan clutch, installed a larger fan and purchased a DeWitts radiator from Summit, problem solved. https://www.dewitts.com/collections/...inum-radiators Now the water temp rarely gets over 180*.
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01-12-2018, 07:34 AM
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After installing a VA system in my 66 300 hp car four years ago my engine did start to run hot. I replaced the fan clutch, installed a larger fan and purchased a DeWitts radiator from Summit, problem solved. https://www.dewitts.com/collections/...inum-radiators Now the water temp rarely gets over 180*.
01-12-2018, 08:42 AM
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On my '65 I just added the heavy duty fan clutch, a 7 blade fan, and the rubber upper radiator seal. Temp is fine. I wouldn't buy a radiator without trying easier (cheaper) things first.
01-12-2018, 09:04 AM
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I have a Vintage Air system in my black/black 66 coupe. I added a Dewitt rad, 7 blade fan, heavy duty fan clutch and all the seals. Like others, my temp. does not go above 180 degrees. Jerry
