Thread: Cross Flow Radiator/Spoiler
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Old 05-30-2002, 12:38 PM
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Default Cross Flow Radiator/Spoiler
I have been told that Cross Flow Radiators need to be mounted with the top of the radiator leaning forward because the horizontal tubes act as a spoiler. Therefore, if the radiator is mounted leaning back toward the engine on a cross flow radiator the spoiler effect on the tubes would cause the front of the car to lift at speed. Does anyone have any actual knowledge about this. I have noticed that FF appears to use the crossflow radiator and mounts theirs leaning back toward the engine.

I want to go to a cross flow alum radiator but mine would need to be mounted leaning back. In order for me to mount my radiator leaning out I would have to make some bracing modifications.

Anyone have any ideas on this subject?
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