Your Cart (0)
Ron Davis Aluminum Radiator, SBF V8, 66-77 Ford Bronco SKU: 5006
Ron Davis Aluminum Radiator, SBF V8, 66-77 Ford Bronco
Ron Davis Aluminum Radiator SBF V8 66-77 Bronco
Product Overview:
Here's a direct fit early Bronco aluminum radiator for Stock Bronco V-8 engine configuration.
Full description
Here's a direct fit early Bronco aluminum radiator for Stock Bronco V-8 engine configuration.
Ron Davis Aluminum Early Bronco Radiator - No Transmission Cooler
When WH designed the first direct fit EB aluminum radiator we had one essential goal in mind, that was a "direct fit." No mods, no extra mounts, just drop it in and bolt it down. For the first few years we enjoyed being the only place that sold EB aluminum radiators. The trend caught on due to the proven advantages in cooling performance of aluminum and soon radiators were available from many sources.
Early in 2005 we were looking at radiators from six different manufacturers. One thing we noticed right away was the vast difference in quality from one to the next. With all of them sitting in front of us, we examined and scrutinized each one. A few were kicked to the curb right away due to the plain ugly factor. Who wants to spend four or five hundred bucks on something that looks like a monkey welded it together? Our original radiator was a direct fit but that took away from the core surface and capacity.
With all other factors considered, we chose the Ron Davis product because it was hands down the best of the bunch! Two versions are available: Stock V-8 and the serpentine version with reversed inlet and outlet for those running the 86-93 5.0 Mustang configuration. This is the stock version replacement radiator. WH stocks both versions with and without Automatic Transmission coolers.
TECHNICAL NOTE: The 5.0 Radiator will not fit with the F100 2WD power steering conversion in 66-77 Broncos.
Radiator cap sold separately.
Add a #5009 for a knurled drain plug.
This heavy duty aluminum radiator fits 66-77 Ford Broncos with factory 289 or 302 engines. This will also work with other motor configurations so long as the early Bronco V-belt front drive is used on the engine configuration.
When WH designed the first direct fit EB aluminum radiator we had one essential goal in mind, that was a "direct fit." No mods, no extra mounts, just drop it in and bolt it down. For the first few years we enjoyed being the only place that sold EB aluminum radiators. The trend caught on due to the proven advantages in cooling performance of aluminum and soon radiators were available from many sources.
Early in 2005 we were looking at radiators from six different manufacturers. One thing we noticed right away was the vast difference in quality from one to the next. With all of them sitting in front of us, we examined and scrutinized each one. A few were kicked to the curb right away due to the plain ugly factor. Who wants to spend four or five hundred bucks on something that looks like a monkey welded it together? Our original radiator was a direct fit but that took away from the core surface and capacity.
With all other factors considered, we chose the Ron Davis product because it was hands down the best of the bunch! Two versions are available: Stock V-8 and the serpentine version with reversed inlet and outlet for those running the 86-93 5.0 Mustang configuration. This is the stock version replacement radiator. WH stocks both versions with and without Automatic Transmission coolers.
- Features:
- All Aluminum Construction
- Furnace Brazed Core
- Multi-louvered Fins for better cooling
- 18 Fins per inch
- 100% Tig Welded
- Race Proven Performance
- 100% Pressure Tested
- 6061-T6 Billet Aluminum Fittings
- Allen head drain plug
TECHNICAL NOTE: The 5.0 Radiator will not fit with the F100 2WD power steering conversion in 66-77 Broncos.
Radiator cap sold separately.
Add a #5009 for a knurled drain plug.
California residents: Proposition 65 Warning
Q&A
Please Sign In if you have a question or want to post an answer.
Asked by Bob, January 11, 2024
Q: I have a like new older Wildhorse Aluminum radiator (reverse flow) by Ron Davis. What radiator mounts do I need?
Will also need a shroud for a 1 body lift.
⮞ 2 Answers
Answered by ☆ sales - January 17, 2024
A: We use the WH 4 core mounts for all the Ron Davis WH radiators.
Answered by ☆ sales - January 12, 2024
A: On the RD radiators we go with the 4 core mounts.
Asked by kevin, November 28, 2022
Q: which radiator will i need with a 5.8 with an explorer front dress? im not sure if its the same set up as the mustang serpentine. thanks!
⮞ 1 Answer
Answered by ☆ sales - November 28, 2022
A: Normally we would use the 5.0 version, with reversed inlets and outlets. The Explorer normally has the lower hose, on the driver side, like the Mustang.
Asked by Luke R Leonard, May 4, 2022
Q: The 5.0 Radiator will not fit with the F100 2WD power steering conversion in 66-77 Broncos. Is this conversion have the PS unit on the inside of the frame or outside?
⮞ 1 Answer
Answered by ☆ sales - May 4, 2022
A: The F100 conversion has the box on the inside of the frame. Stock and other conversions mount on the outside.
Asked by Anonymous, September 10, 2020
Q: what is the best shroud to use with this radiator and a 2 inch body lift
⮞ 1 Answer
Answered by ☆ sales - September 10, 2020
A: We would use # 5004. The full circle aluminum fan shroud for 2 body lift.
Asked by Jim, April 22, 2020
Q: On the 5.0 Serp radiator (item 5006) was the measurement from cap to outset of top passenger side hose connect?
⮞ 1 Answer
Answered by ☆ sales - April 24, 2020
A: It is approximately 26 outside to outside.
Asked by Ryan, October 27, 2019
Q: Is this a single pass, dual pass or tri-pass?
⮞ 1 Answer
Answered by ☆ sales - October 28, 2019
A: The Ron Davis radiators have 2 rows of 1 tubes.
Asked by Jaron, May 2, 2017
Q: What cap do I use with this? It's unclear which one works with this one.
⮞ 1 Answer
Answered by ☆ sales - May 2, 2017
A: We recommend the 13lb cap with the sacrificial anode part #5046.
Asked by Jose Torres, August 17, 2016
Q: Will this radiator work with 351 Cleveland engine.
⮞ 1 Answer
Answered by ☆ sales - August 22, 2016
A: You should have no issue with this radiator and a Cleveland. The STD 66-77 version will have the top hose on the driver side, and water pump on the passenger side. The 5.0 version, has the top hose on the passenger side, and water pump on the driver side.
Asked by Andre, August 22, 2015
Q: If I buy the 5.0 serpentine radiator can I use your silicone hose set, or do I need something special?
⮞ 1 Answer
Answered by ☆ sales - August 25, 2015
A: We do not have the 5.0 version hoses in silicone. The 5.0 version of the radiator uses the #5032 hose set, rubber only. We have heard the Mustang hoses would work, but have not tried them.
Asked by Anonymous, May 27, 2014
Q: Is this radiator suitable to cool a 351 Windsor with 385 hp in a 68 Bronco?
Thanks in advance
⮞ 1 Answer
Answered by ☆ sales - May 28, 2014
A: Provided the motor is built and tuned properly and you have adequate air flow no problem.
PRODUCT REVIEWS
Shop popular categories
5 stars