[C2] Install Sequence

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Jun 22, 2022 | 07:59 PM

elwood13

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Install Sequence

Is it better to install the radiator and condenser first before installing the water pump, power steering pump, pulleys etc or does it really matter which order they all go in?

Jun 22, 2022 | 08:08 PM

Mossy66

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I think it's best to put the radiator in first. In my case, the radiator and the radiator shroud had to go in together. The shroud is what will hang up on the water pump etc.
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Jun 22, 2022 | 08:16 PM

Avispa

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I'm with mossy on that. Definitely radiator and shroud first. I even pull motors with those in the car

Jun 22, 2022 | 08:38 PM

pop23235

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Advice given is not wrong. If you do add parts before the radiator DON’T install the fan or it won’t go in. I usually finish the engine less fan and it works OK.