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There seem to There seem to be several aluminum radiators available for 55 6 & 7 T birds of E Bay just now. Anybody have any experience with them? This is a typical ad. At ~$150 you can not afford to rebuild your brass one (but don't throw it away it can be fixed)
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Doug; I bought a Ron Davis aluminum radiator for my 56 Customline and a Champion radiator for our 56 Ranch Wagon. Both installed easily and are performing well. I don't have any experience with the particular radiator you posted for the T-Bird. From the photo it looks like the mounting flange is different from the passenger cars, but it's probably correct for your T-Bird.
 Ron Lane Meridian, ID
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Doug, I have the Champion in my 55 Bird for over 5 years, no issues at all, fit perfect, running a 13 lb cap.
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Doug, There is a Tbird aluminum radiator available that has the same shape tank and the forward tilt of the stock one.. I have one in my55.. I think they look a little nicer than the square tank versions
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I installed a Ron Davis aluminum radiator in my '56 T-Bird just over 4 years ago and I have been pleased with it.
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Loon; That's good to hear. I also have a Ron Davis radiator in my 56 Customline with a Cooling Components electric fan and both are working well with no issues.
 Ron Lane Meridian, ID
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