M38A1 Radiator

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M38A1 Radiator

Post by HollysWillys » Tue Nov 03, 2015 7:03 am

Does anyone have any advice about replacing my 1952 M38A1 radiator? I do not really have the money to replace it with a NOS right now but want something that is close to correct. Having it recored is probably the only way to keep it original, but again, with prices on brass and copper, it still makes it around $450. Any thoughts on aluminum?


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Re: M38A1 Radiator

Post by Joe Gopan » Tue Nov 03, 2015 7:34 am

CJ-5 Radiator for 1955-71 bolts right in.
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Re: M38A1 Radiator

Post by HollysWillys » Tue Nov 03, 2015 7:57 am

Thanks for the quick reply. I will keep digging and look for one. Any place you recommend?

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Re: M38A1 Radiator

Post by Joe Gopan » Tue Nov 03, 2015 7:58 am

Post it here on the G 503.
The core is thinner as it is not GI Spec but all mounting holes and hose location are correct.
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