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  1. cucvrus

    CUCV Radiator recommendation

    I can tow my tractor now 12,000 lbs with trailer and rarely reach 190deg. I can tow an 80,000 lb tractor trailer up hill. I can't stop it going down hill. (And have done so) If you have a 12K trailer with tractor I hope your brakes hold out and the trailer brakes are fully operational. I am...
  2. cucvrus

    CUCV Radiator recommendation

    The line that runs to the radiator is 3/4" and the line that runs to the water pump is 5/8" so they do have 2 different size heater hoses. You can see it on the heater core inlet pipes. One is 5/8 and 1 is 3/4". I also suggest changing all the hoses, the by pass hose (5/8) and all 4 water plate...
  3. cucvrus

    CUCV Radiator recommendation

    I am back. The Autozone radiator is plastic tanks with aluminum core. I was delighted. That is my preference. It is mush lighter weight and does the same job. We have evolved from the brass and copper. I see NO ill side effects. I have a few trucks I work on that have 300K miles and still have...
  4. cucvrus

    CUCV Radiator recommendation

    The oil lines O rings will stay with the metal oil lines when you remove them. Use patience and penetrating oil along with a 3/4" flare nut line wrench. Work them back and forth. Do NOT force the nut to come loose. Pay attention to the aluminum tube. It may have seized to the steel nut. If you...
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