Custom radiator

I just put in a smb in my 48 Willys with the stock transmission, transfer case, and over drive from a 57 jeep. The adapter plate for the chevy bellhousing and stock transfer case moved the motor a head far enough so I don't have to cut my fire wall.
I do have to have a custom radiator built to move it into my grill area.
Has anyone ever done this?
Thank you,
Bruce

 

Most of the people who have done it have cut the grill and mounted the radiator over the crossmember. My brother and I have used radiators form doner cars. I think my brother used one from a 69' Camero with a 454. (Rare find.) I used one from a 78' Chevy Monza. Its 25 1/2" X 17". Here is a picture.

http://groups.msn.com/ScottMilliner/scottsjeeppictures.msnw?action=ShowPhoto&PhotoID=53

 

Hi Scott,
Thanks for information. I have a Monza sitting around, Just can't remember what year it is. I checked into have a aluminum one built, it may be a little spendy, but may be worth it. I'm doing the 350 with aluminum accessories any ways.
But I sure will check out your information.
I don't want to cut my fire wall. My tub is stock and in very good shape, with no rust.
Thanks.
Bruce

 

I ended up cutting out the big sqaure steel cowl that is welded to the grill in order to supply enought room for my aluminun radiator. I think I ended up going 22x24x3 and mounted my fan in front of the radiator. I also went with a extra hood mounted fan to remove hot air from under the hood becouse the fenders that I made do not let much of anyting get under the hood. you can find these radiators new on ebay for pretty cheap. I think I paid 170 for mine. Aluminum is for sure the way to go. Good luck.

 

Hi Monkeyman,
Thanks for the tips. It's what I'm finding out. I'm trying to keep this as stock as I can with out cutting up my tub. I'm keeping the original parts and motor, and the changes I'm making I can revers.
Thanks again to all of you for your help.
This has been one of the only places I have come to and got some great feed back.
Bruce