Radiator Question - Ford Explorer Ranger Enthusiasts "Serious Explorations"®

Theokrull · 08-08-2002, 10:21 PM

Hi guys. I have a quick radiator installation question - I searched the site but couldn't find an answer. This is dealing with a direct replacement radiator for a two row, auto tranny setup. My question is how much should I tighten the fittings that install into the radiator for the tranny cooler lines? I'm not talking about the tranny cooler lines themselves, but the fittings that actually screw into the radiator tank.

I appreciate any info.

*jimbo74* · 08-08-2002, 10:25 PM

i just tightened mine till they felt like they were tight.... just do it and test it, if it isnt tight and it leaks, turn off the truck tighten it and try it again.....

Theokrull · 08-09-2002, 11:07 AM

Thanks, Jimabena. That's the method I've used in the past and will again today. I was just curious if there was a rule of thumb like "snug and then tighten 1/2 turn" or something like that.

I appreciate the reply.

08-08-2002, 10:21 PM	#1
Theokrull Wannabe Elite Explorer Starkville, MS '94 XLT Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 2 Vehicle Specs	Radiator Question Hi guys. I have a quick radiator installation question - I searched the site but couldn't find an answer. This is dealing with a direct replacement radiator for a two row, auto tranny setup. My question is how much should I tighten the fittings that install into the radiator for the tranny cooler lines? I'm not talking about the tranny cooler lines themselves, but the fittings that actually screw into the radiator tank. I appreciate any info. __________________ TheoKrull

08-08-2002, 10:25 PM	#2
jimbo74 Elite Ranger NorCal 98 XLT Supercab 4x2 Join Date: Dec 2000 Posts: 17,627 Vehicle Specs*	i just tightened mine till they felt like they were tight.... just do it and test it, if it isnt tight and it leaks, turn off the truck tighten it and try it again..... __________________ My Truck

08-09-2002, 11:07 AM	#3
Theokrull Wannabe Elite Explorer Starkville, MS '94 XLT Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 2 Vehicle Specs	Thanks, Jimabena. That's the method I've used in the past and will again today. I was just curious if there was a rule of thumb like "snug and then tighten 1/2 turn" or something like that. I appreciate the reply. __________________ TheoKrull