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What is the function of the "small radiator"?
« on: Nov 14th, 2005, 2:34pm »		 Quote Quote Modify Modify
Hi Scorpio Members..
 
Just a little question - today I removed the radiator and the airconditioner element in front of the radiator.  
 
I discovered a small radiator under the large one..
 
What is the function of this small radiator?? (Owner of a 12V)
 
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« Reply #1 on: Nov 14th, 2005, 2:55pm »		 Quote Quote Modify Modify
Hello!
 
IMHO, It's steering rack cooling pipe - heat exchanger!
 
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« Reply #2 on: Nov 14th, 2005, 3:11pm »		 Quote Quote Modify Modify
OK..? Since I am a newbie into car tech.. What does it do?
 
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Re: What is the function of the "small radiat
« Reply #3 on: Nov 14th, 2005, 3:56pm »		 Quote Quote Modify Modify
Hi,  
If its the one about 4 inches high with cooling fins  it'll be the automatic gearbox oil cooler, the power steering oil cooler is  a single looped pipe which sits just above/in front of this.
 
heres a pic of the autobox cooler  
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/FORD-SCORPIO-ULTIMA-COSWORTH-AUTO-BOX-OIL-COOLER_W 0QQitemZ4589181318QQcategoryZ21654QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem
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Re: What is the function of the "small radiat
« Reply #4 on: Nov 14th, 2005, 4:09pm »		 Quote Quote Modify Modify
Allright.. Thanks a lot. Now I know what the thing is..
 
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Re: What is the function of the "small radiat
« Reply #5 on: Nov 15th, 2005, 10:39am »		 Quote Quote Modify Modify
While you're looking at it, inspect the alloy tubes feeding it. Especially if the sponge distance piece is still attached. They corrode badly (and burst) with disastrous results. Clean off any corrosion and treat generously with Hammerite paint.
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Re: What is the function of the "small radiat
« Reply #6 on: Nov 15th, 2005, 3:24pm »		 Quote Quote Modify Modify
You are certainly right.. The fittings to the small radiator are totally worn out - corrosion. Had to drill a new hole to attach it.  
 
The aircondion radiator mounting is also in a bad shape ( The two lower bolts)..  
 
I would also advise other scorpio owners to check the condition of these systems. That is the mounting of ; the aircondion, the gearbox oil radiator and the power steering oil cooler..
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