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Offline DKutz

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Correct radiator cap for Oct64 SJ
« on: March 06, 2016, 02:11:32 AM »
Looking to replace my incorrect cap with a correct radiator cap.  NPD has four different versions for a 65.  Zinc, chrome, something else and a high pressure cap.  Which one is correct for an Oct 64 SJ A code?
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Offline CharlesTurner

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Re: Correct radiator cap for Oct64 SJ
« Reply #1 on: March 06, 2016, 02:16:42 AM »
SMCO zinc plated would be most typical for your application.
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Offline 66RavenGTCoupeAgain

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Re: Correct radiator cap for Oct64 SJ
« Reply #2 on: August 30, 2018, 06:49:28 PM »
Hi Guys,
I have a 65 Vert same plant same month. Just wondering if this Motorcraft cap is a service replacement or a factory installed unit or was it just an aftermarket item?
Thanks in advance
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Offline 67gta289

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Re: Correct radiator cap for Oct64 SJ
« Reply #3 on: August 30, 2018, 07:16:15 PM »
Service replacement since the Motorcraft line replaced Autolite in the 1971-72 timeframe if I recall correctly 
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Re: Correct radiator cap for Oct64 SJ
« Reply #4 on: August 30, 2018, 09:01:09 PM »
Service replacement since the Motorcraft line replaced Autolite in the 1971-72 timeframe if I recall correctly

+1 - service replacement
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Offline 66RavenGTCoupeAgain

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Re: Correct radiator cap for Oct64 SJ
« Reply #5 on: August 30, 2018, 09:11:00 PM »
Thanks Guys.
Would it be of any use as a concours part for anyone? If so what models?
66 Metuchen NJ  GT Coupe
Raven with Deluxe Black Int 289 A Code C4 PS Tinted Windows (Green) Dealer installed Rear Speaker
6T07A1612## Dec 65 Build
65 San Jose CA Convertible Rangoon Red with White Int and Power Top with plastic rear window 289 C Code C4 PS PB AC Fog Lights
5R08C1496## Oct 64 Build

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Re: Correct radiator cap for Oct64 SJ
« Reply #6 on: September 01, 2018, 01:20:40 PM »
Thanks Guys.
Would it be of any use as a concours part for anyone? If so what models?
It is only good as a emergency spare relative to a 60's Mustang. That is still good to have for that reason.
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Offline RAH2 1964.5

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Re: Correct radiator cap for Oct64 SJ
« Reply #7 on: September 01, 2018, 06:38:14 PM »
This is the radiator cap I purchased for my May 8, 1964, Dearborn, 260v convertible. Is it correct?
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Re: Correct radiator cap for Oct64 SJ
« Reply #8 on: September 02, 2018, 12:00:25 PM »
This is the radiator cap I purchased for my May 8, 1964, Dearborn, 260v convertible. Is it correct?

Yes
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Re: Correct radiator cap for Oct64 SJ
« Reply #9 on: September 02, 2018, 12:16:48 PM »
Thanks
Thanks Roger

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