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10-29-2016, 11:50 AM
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Question for griffin radiator users
Just got in a griffin radiator for my 72. I need to know if the heavy duty radiator mounts will work with it. I don't wanna purchase mounts to find out they aren't compatable.
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10-29-2016, 09:06 PM
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Re: Question for griffin radiator users
I used stock 3 core mounts. Either way the rad does not fit like OE. You will find the rubber cushions need a considerable amount of grinding to have the mounts sit tight to the rad support.
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10-30-2016, 11:43 PM
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Re: Question for griffin radiator users
Does anyone have anymore clarity on this? I do not wanna start hacking away at my mounts.
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10-31-2016, 08:27 AM
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Re: Question for griffin radiator users
My engine guy had a set of aluminum top mounts he modified to fit the Griffin radiator into my 71. Don't cinch it down as it will crack the radiator with any chassis flex, I found out the hard way. Mine cracked within the first thousand miles after being installed. Griffin repaired it under warranty. Now five thousand miles later I believe its cracked again. I won't buy another Griffin radiator.
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10-31-2016, 08:57 PM
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Re: Question for griffin radiator users
Well, I hope I have better luck with it.
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11-01-2016, 01:00 PM
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Re: Question for griffin radiator users
I made a very simple cover for mine. I used black foam in the bottom of the support that is very thick. Then just cut the metal to fit the top and it works great.
 
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11-10-2016, 09:17 PM
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Re: Question for griffin radiator users
Ordered heavy duty radiator mounts and they appear to fit perfectly.
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11-11-2016, 07:42 PM
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Re: Question for griffin radiator users
Well, the HD mounts fit the width of the radiator, but they won't work as the radiator is too tall.
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03-10-2017, 10:18 AM
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Re: Question for griffin radiator users
Update. Mine is cracked again. This radiator has less than 7 thousand miles on it. DO NOT BUY an aluminum radiator that uses epoxy! Griffin radiators are not welded, they use epoxy.
https://1drv.ms/v/s!AjxiC_Eliuofjg1aPQR58g-FzBew
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03-10-2017, 12:48 PM
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Re: Question for griffin radiator users
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