BEST RAD M SERIES

[plasticpig1972]

So what Rad do you Guys think is the best for a M Series.
Is it the Front low wide Rad or the Central Rad.
Also traditional Rad or Alloy Rad.
Extra Rows or Standard.
What conclusions have you come to.
We all know we need 2 Fans either infront or behind the Rad.
On my 3000M there is also a GRP Moulding under the Spare Wheel to help Air Flow.
On my 3000S there is a Sheet Alloy Ducting infront of the Rad to help Air Flow.
cheers
Alan

[plasticpig1972]

Hi Nige,
so central Rad which are on later Cars and easily available.
They seem to be the favourite and make a lot of sense. Plus cheaper.
Is it easy to convert to central Rad and i imagine you remove the Swirlpot/Tower.
cheers
Alan

Edited by plasticpig1972 on Friday 14th August 15:31

[plasticpig1972]

On my 3000M there is a very small leak on a bottom corner of the Rad which i have tried to fix.

Looking on the net i saw alloy Rads 62mm thick for a very good price from China.
So i have ordered one which will take several weeks to arrive.
I will see when it arrives if i have made a mistake.

When it arrives i'll let you boys know what i think.
Alan

[plasticpig1972]

Thanks Andrew,
for the photos + info.
The idea of making the plate adapter to move the Spare further back looks good. How much does it move the Spare back approx. On my 3000S there is also some sheet alloy to direct the Airflow through the Rad which looks original fitting.
cheers
Alan

[plasticpig1972]

Hi TVRMS,
you must be the only person that puts a new Tyre under the Bonnet to worry about it LOL.
Alan

[plasticpig1972]

Hi TVRMs,
could you tell me why you do'nt carry a Spare Wheel.
Is it to help with cooling or have you fitted a bigger Rad and there's not enough room.
It would be interresting to know what different owners have done to keep their Cars nice and cool.
I know on my Lotus Elan Sprint all around the Rad is blocked so Air must go through the Rad.
Has your Car got central Rad or Front Rad, is it original or Alloy.
Thanks in advance for info
Alan

[plasticpig1972]

So has anyone changed their car from Front low Rad to a Central Rad like used on the Ford Capri.
I imagine someone has done this and if so was it difficult. How did you do it.
Cheers
Alan

[plasticpig1972]

Update,
the Alloy 62mm thick Rad arrived today from China and first impression is good. It has 2 Bleed/Drains one on top right and other on bottom left. I have removed the top right Plug and fitted a brass take off for the bleed to Water Tower.
I did a low air pressure test with soapy water to be sure there are no leaks. I remember buying from DGs an alloy water Tower that leaked so wanted to be sure.
I will fit the Rad in the next few days and let you all know the result.
Alan

[plasticpig1972]

Alloy Rad from China fitted and no leaks for the moment.
I will take the 3000S for a test run in the next few days with the Spare wheel in place.
Alan

2x kenlowe fitted behind rad

Edited by plasticpig1972 on Thursday 27th August 14:59

[plasticpig1972]

Test driven with new alloy Rad and Snorkel/Plenum.
It runs sooo well and cools well spot on, well pleased.
Alan