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My37pickup · 02-18-2026, 06:07 PM

I'm restarting a restoration project that has been on hold since 2009. It was a basket case so many parts were missing. My dad and I completed the frame and drive train back then and we started on the cab when he passed away. Things have been topsy turvy since then but now I need to get back to it. By the way the engine is not original but is an 85 hp with 59A-B heads.

I have a decent one with 77D code on the tank from a swap meet several years ago. I also have an 81C code radiator that appears to be 1 inch shorter but is in rough shape. I'm reluctant to have either rebuilt unless I know it will fit correctly.

I hope to connect with those of you who are experienced with the 37 pickup and advise on the correct radiator and hopefully other details along the way.

02-18-2026, 06:07 PM	#1
My37pickup Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2024 Posts: 3	37 Ford Pickup Radiator I'm restarting a restoration project that has been on hold since 2009. It was a basket case so many parts were missing. My dad and I completed the frame and drive train back then and we started on the cab when he passed away. Things have been topsy turvy since then but now I need to get back to it. By the way the engine is not original but is an 85 hp with 59A-B heads. I have a decent one with 77D code on the tank from a swap meet several years ago. I also have an 81C code radiator that appears to be 1 inch shorter but is in rough shape. I'm reluctant to have either rebuilt unless I know it will fit correctly. I hope to connect with those of you who are experienced with the 37 pickup and advise on the correct radiator and hopefully other details along the way.