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(Message started by: ScorpioInDK on Nov 14^th, 2005, 2:34pm)

Title: What is the function of the "small radiator"?
Post by ScorpioInDK on Nov 14^th, 2005, 2:34pm

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)

Title: Re: What is the function of the "small radiat
Post by OHC on Nov 14^th, 2005, 2:55pm

Hello!

IMHO, It's steering rack cooling pipe - heat exchanger!

OHC

Title: Re: What is the function of the "small radiat
Post by ScorpioInDK on Nov 14^th, 2005, 3:11pm

OK..? Since I am a newbie into car tech.. What does it do?

Regards..

Title: Re: What is the function of the "small radiat
Post by Highlander on Nov 14^th, 2005, 3:56pm

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_W0QQitemZ4589181318QQcategoryZ21654QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem

Title: Re: What is the function of the "small radiat
Post by ScorpioInDK on Nov 14^th, 2005, 4:09pm

Allright.. Thanks a lot. Now I know what the thing is..

Title: Re: What is the function of the "small radiat
Post by jackcg on Nov 15^th, 2005, 10:39am

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.

Title: Re: What is the function of the "small radiat
Post by ScorpioInDK on Nov 15^th, 2005, 3:24pm

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..