cooling system upgrade?

[bill parker]

Howde, this looks like the web site ive been looking for,ive got a 93 explorer 4.0 and im trying to upgrade the radiator to a larger 2row or three, and ,all metal any of the gurus out there have any tips or info on aftermarket radiators.Thanks Bill

 

[Rhett]

Howde, this looks like the web site ive been looking for,ive got a 93 explorer 4.0 and im trying to upgrade the radiator to a larger 2row or three, and ,all metal any of the gurus out there have any tips or info on aftermarket radiators.Thanks Bill

Welcome.

Seems like Griffin used to make an off-the-shelf metal radiator for our trucks, but that may no longer be made. I've had custom radiators built by radiator shops for hot rods, which is always an option. All-metal can get pricey...but you probably know that.

Ford had the "Super Cool" Radiator with the tow package, which might be what you have already. I believe it was a 2-row (someone will correct me if I'm wrong on that) but it was still the plastic/metal type radiator that tends to leak after a few thousand heat cycles.

Are you building for big power? etc.? In my opinion the super cool will cool the 4.0 OHV pretty well. I'd recommend an external transmission cooler if you don't have one already, which is more of a cooling weak spot on these vehicles, particularly with the automatic transmission.

 

[timtimtimajim]

In my opinion the super cool will cool the 4.0 OHV pretty well..

I second that. Replaced my original super cool almost 2 years ago with a new one that is identical to the super cool. Keeps the engine nice and cool even on 90 degree days.

 

[natenkiki2004]

There's an all-aluminum one floating around on eBay for just over $100 with a lifetime warranty. Once mine buggers up, I'm picking one up.

 

[timtimtimajim]

This is an all aluminum and three row. Heard they're supposed to be pretty good. Price isn't too bad either.

http://www.amazon.com/Shepherd-Perf...s=explorer 3-row radiator&tag=viglink20460-20

 

[malohnes]

You might consider adding an engine oil cooler.

I used a Derale remote filter adapter and a heavy duty oil cooler and mounted them behind the grill. It made a pretty big difference in my temps, added oil capacity and allowed easier filter changes.