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martin59
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Would my stock radiator work on 73 engine or would i have to use a radiator the same year as the engine
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Should work. The mounting holes locations from one radiator to the other may be different. So you may have to drill some new holes. If the newer radiator comes with a shroud,use that too!

Is the outlet and inlet on both radiators the same location?


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Using the old water pump would have the lower hose connection on the correct side. You can use the old radiator. 1969 and earlier water pump.
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Thanks guys im still learning. Im glad i found this place thanks.
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Would my transmission cooler line work good on the radiator to or should i just buy a separate trans cooler radiator. My water pump exits on the opposite side that the radiator does. Im just trying to work with what i have. Thanks for the advise guys
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The lines should work as long as the coupling nut on the tranny cooler lines are compatible (i.e. same size) , If you have a flare nut wrench make sure you use it so you don't round out the fitting. Did you have that newer (old ) radiator checked out before you put it in? As long as you have it out, I would take it by a radiator shop for a pressure test and clean out.

Just cheap insurance...to do it now.


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