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Old 03-27-2012, 03:03 PM   #21
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Default Re: 8BA in a '36 pickup, fan assembly?

Here is a French Flathead stuffed into a 36 cabriolet. Tight fit for cooling. Using a Spal electric 12volt fan and alternator.
I am cionsidering going back to the original 21 stud motor.
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Old 03-28-2012, 08:25 AM   #22
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Default Re: 8BA in a '36 pickup, fan assembly?

Yeah, the difference in spacing between a pickup and passenger car is very significant. The radiator in the pickup bolts in the forward frame hole and is vertical. The passenger car radiator tilt and rear mount of the radiator make it very tough to do anything but stock type fan or electric.
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