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Old 03-04-2006, 02:33 PM
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Changing to Overflow Radiator - W123

After reading some archives, I come to the conclusion that my mod/ change is not recommended, but I already bought. I'm going from an original metal radiator to one of the plastic tops, with overflow container. Only after I bought did I learn that people like the all metal radiator better.

While at the junkyard, I found a brand new Behr radiator with the plastic outlet, and overflow container. Inspired by the opertunity of a brand new radiator at junkyard prices, I bought it and the overflow tank, and hose. I acted impulsively and didnt consider if this was a good modification. I figured that although my car doesn't have the brackets welded on to hold the overflow tank, I could work something out.

Any one created their own bracket, or tie down arrangement for the overflow radiator container?

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Old 03-05-2006, 07:48 PM
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i have not

but i dont see why you couldnt. i would check the main hoses first for alignment and size.

if it wont work without too much trouble you prob can sell it here.

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Old 03-05-2006, 08:00 PM
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BTDT. Its an upgrade and was worth it to me to have the reservoir on my '79 300TD to go along with the '85 TD engine swap. I had to make 2 aluminum brackets and screwed them to the fenderwell to support the thing. I'm not very far form you if you want to see it

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