Rad Base Question

[Automan]

Hi Guys: I noticed on the AC rad base that holds the rad (off coarse) has two holes on either side. Is there anything that is suppose to be mounted there or does the rad just sit directly there? Not sure if i should put some kind of cushion there or with the A+C rad mounts supplied, that it can hold the rad there securely. Off course i would bolt or rivet the rad to the lip on the base. Let me know what you put between the rad and the base if anything.

Thanks
Automan

[jerry w]

I put a strip of rubber mat between the radiator and the bottom bracket. Bought it at my local hardware store.

Regards

[Roscoe]

I did the same. I also put a rivet or two in.



I also put upper straps on to brace it



Roscoe

[Automan]

Hey Rosco: I am installing the same Rad as what you have installed. Is your rad straight up and down or do you have it tilting forward to meet up with the braces you have installed. I installed the brace that came with the kit 6" in from the lip of the opening like the directions say. Problem is that the Filler opening touches the top when doing that. So when i push it forward to meet up with the brace, It fits good except for the filler neck touching the inside top of the nose. No way i can get a rad cap t0 fit on it not to mention it just simply can't touch period. I am thinking on getting a rad shop to cut out the filler hole and covering it up neatly with aluminum. Another option is to lower the complete Rad base.
Just when things go forward you need to step back again.

Nelson

[Roscoe]

I got my rad from Afco Racing and had them remove the filler on top, install
-16 AN fittings top and bottom and install a drain petcock. My rad tilts forward. Here's an old pic and you can see the angle on it.