Re: TrevorK's 1955 Packard Patrician

Posted by jfrom@kanter On 2017/10/8 19:55:22

1.The current use of aluminum radiators as OE is they weigh less and lower weight yields better MPG.
2. In racing use where they get abuse they stand up better
3 They will withstand up to 30 psi which can occur in racing applications

Most information you will find on the internet are from companies that sell aluminum radiators. Here is a balanced look:

1. Copper is superior to aluminum in heat conductivity.
2. In copper radiators, the tubes are narrow. On the other hand, the tubes in aluminum radiators are wider.
3. The tubes of copper get clogged more than that of Aluminum tubes.
4. When the aluminum radiator uses a one-inch wide tube, the copper radiator uses only a half-inch tube.
5. Aluminum is a better resistant to damage than copper.
6. When tubes in aluminum radiators are welded to the tank, the tubes in copper radiators are soldered.
7. In respect of weight, Aluminum is lighter than copper.
8. Copper is easier to repair than Aluminum radiator

Read more: Difference Between Aluminum and Copper Radiator | Difference Betweenhttp://www.differencebetween.net/object/auto-object/difference-between-aluminum-and-copper-radiator/#ixzz4uy1lWs7x