Anybody here running one of their radiator/fan set ups? I'm thinking of buying the 700hp package but don't see the name come up that often, people seem to go for a cheaper option?
We've got the complete setup - support, radiator, shroud , fans overflowbottle,and a/c condensor and it was all an absolutely perfect fit, no problems what soever.
Great people to work with as well.
And it works fantastically here in Melbourne , Australia and with the air on and a 43c day it sits smack on 185. Cant ask for more than that
Theres options too for the really serious horsepower. Would be well worth a call or email
I had just the radiator in my car before the crash, I was a really nice unit. It is verry big and did a good job of keeping both engine combos cool. But it is a bit pricey especially when you get the whole module.
Autorad look to be very professional thanks.
The reason for asking about Be Cool is that one of the race shops over here is a dealer for them so they are obtainable. Shipping a rad package to the UK otherwise is a pain and expensive.
I have been mulling over this decision myself. Been going back and forth between the PRC and the AutoRad.
I've pretty much think I am going to get the AutoRad unit. It has dual 14" fans versus 11" fans on the PRC.
The AutoRad unit is about $200 more than the PRC for the complete setups with the support, condenser, shroud, fans and overflow tank. Both are significantly less than the BeCool setup.
That's what I'm running, yes pricey for whole package with AC condensor, but can't ask for anything better regarding performance, keeps my 598ci running Cool even in Houston with AC running... hear's a pic before it got covered up... :tu
I've got the complete module from Autorad in my 57 with a ZZ502 works great!! Jim at Autorad is great to work with. After I bought mine and installed I realized the top hose ran straight at the alternator. Talked to Jim about welding a 90 on to turn the hose to the center of the motor, Not a problem he said. Living only about 45 minutes from him, it took it to him, and within a few days he called and said he was done. Looked great with a sweeping 90 welded on and solved my clearance problem. I'm running Concept Ones' wide pulley system on the big block, Power steering, AC, it worked out great with plenty of clearance for the belts on each side of the fans:anim_25:
I don't see anything wrong with Be Cool stuff other than the price. To me, the PRC is a very similar product at about half the price. Money that's now available for something else.
I just installed the system on my car and it is the best thing to do if money is no issue. The system cools great, easy to install and the tech support couldn't be any better. Do it, you won't regret it!!!!!
I run a Be Cool in my other ride making 800 + hp. Never had a problem. I do not know the other system, only that the cooling system is not the place to save some bucks.
Check them all out and decide. Hope it all works out for you.:anim_25:
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