Radiator Cap Identification

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08-12-2015, 04:32 PM

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barnett468

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Originally Posted by 69mach1377

Why 13 lb? Will a higher rated one cause damage?

if your system is old, or if it has chinese parts, a 16 lb or higher rad cap might cause a leak if the car runs hot.

Last edited by barnett468; 08-12-2015 at 04:34 PM.

08-18-2015, 03:22 PM

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69mach1377

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Quote:

Originally Posted by barnett468

if your system is old, or if it has chinese parts, a 16 lb or higher rad cap might cause a leak if the car runs hot.

Gotcha...I knew the other stuff, charts, etc..I think I'll get a new 13 for now since I forgot where the radiator is from.

07-16-2017, 10:43 AM

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rsoldcarbuff

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Rad Cap 1969 Mustang/Shelby

I am searching for an original big block 1969 Shelby rad cap.

One side say 13# RS-12

I will pay good money if someone has one for sale. shelby@pathcom.com

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