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panhandler62 · 12-12-2009, 03:57 PM

With no other factors other than the metals considered: copper is a much better conducter than aluminum.

There are way more factors to consider in selecting a radiator than just the metals it is made of though.

12-12-2009, 03:57 PM	#8
panhandler62 Java Mechanic Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Martinsburg, WV Posts: 6,763	Re: Radiators: Brass/copper or aluminum/plastic? With no other factors other than the metals considered: copper is a much better conducter than aluminum. There are way more factors to consider in selecting a radiator than just the metals it is made of though. __________________ Keith 11 Lincoln MKT -- Momma's wagon 13 G37xS -- middle age crazy car 68 C20 Fleetside -- RIP Decorating the whole town up at a cost of $27 ....