Re: 1950 Packard 288 Auto overheating HELP

Posted by JWL On 2011/2/16 12:41:20

If all else fails you could try mounting a 6-volt electric fan in front of the radiator. It could be controlled by a switch under the dash that could be turned on when the car is idle or moving slowly. These electric pusher fans move a lot of air through the radiator. I had one on my '47 Custom Clipper before I replaced the radiator with a staggered 7-row type core. I would watch the temperature gauge and see the engine temperature drop 20 degrees with the fan on. It was not necessary when the car was moving. Good luck.

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