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Blackwaterforge
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Radiator

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I have a 66 ford F-250.
I would like to upgrade to a larger radiator.
I have a stock ford 2 row 6 cylinder radiator.
Is the radiator for a 352 a three row?
I want to stay with a stock ford radiator.
Will a radiator from a later model truck with a 460 fit a 66?
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Re: Radiator

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I have a 78 strandard cool 460 radiator in my 66 since I have the 460 everything bolted right in, The only thing I can see with the 6 cyl you may need to get hoses with different sizes on the ends.


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Re: Radiator

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There are multiple options and sizes for the 352. The best / largest is the 3 row. Not sure if the mounting is the same (though I notice summit lists it as compatible with the f250). Advance is running a nice deal (ends today) on the readyrad all metal 3 row, they already have the best price I can find for a 3 row even without the deal. Search for 433480. The discount code is at the top of their main page (holiday weekend special) Hope this helps and best of luck!
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As to mounting, it's easy to redrill the radiator flange. I just swapped a new-used 240 into my '66. When I went to reinstall my radiator, I found the PO had mounted it too high and too far to one side... I have no idea what my radiator came out of, only that it's in great shape and works well. I held it where I wanted it, made some marks, and after a little judicious drill work, bolted it in where it should be. I used so-called unuiversal hose on the top, and a factory Ford hose on the bottom. Both needed a little trimming, but they're holding up well.
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I don't think the 2 row will cook enough, I went thru similar when my 361 fe always ran on the hot side 200-210 and I tried every trick I could think of then I checked the rad and it was a 2 row. I put in the correct 3 row and it's 180 max. Tom
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Thanks guys!
I think a 3 row for a 352 is what I need.
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