"Scirocco-style" drag-racing radiators?

[brianm@earendel.org (Brian McGarvey)]

Hmm i heard something interesting while i was out with scott.. turns out
they USE STOCK scirocco rads.. they are very light, and effiecient.. you
wouldnt think that from our hot ass  running cars, but im pretty sure
thats what he said.
brian


On Fri, 14 Jun 2002, Neal Tovsen wrote:

> Does anyone had any knowledge to share about "Scirocco-style" drag
> racing radiators. As near as I can tell, this is considered to be the
> "generic" type of radiator people use in dedicated drag cars. But it's
> interesting to note that the spec/standard size listed for all of the
> brands that make this type of radiator is nearly identical to my
> Scirocco's stock radiator (21"x13"). Anybody know if this is
> coincidence? Just curious...
>
> I'm evaluating radiator/fan replacements for my '77 Scirocco. I'm
> particularly interested in something thinner and/or a little bit smaller
> than the stock radiator so that I can more easily fit my air/air
> intercooler. If anyone has any insight they wish to share, I'm all ears!
> Right now, it looks like I'm leaning toward keeping the stock radiator
> and getting a low-profile fan...
>
> Neal
>
>
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