COOLING FOR ROVER V8

Started by mgrv8, May 23, 2022, 02:35:14 PM

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mgrv8

In Alaska I have a 79 "B" with Rover V8.  Looking to change radiator.  Is there an aluminum rad available without having
to buy a spendy custom made one?   I just heard today that a Chinese firm makes every radiator ever conceived(??)
Any help finding a new rad would be greatly appreciated.

mstemp


bfc

Mike is correct. the early Mustang V8 radiator is the best choice. I found that I had to trim some of the stock mounting rail from the front sides of the radiator and add in a wider piece along each side on the rear, top half of the Mustang radiator, but it is a near perfect fit. It hangs pretty low, so make sure to check clearance between your puller fan (if equipped) and the anti-sway bar.

That said, temps in Alaska may be mild enough that you can simply use the stock 77-80 MGB radiator, which is identical to the factory V8 radiator, if I recall.