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Duane_Rhynard

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I have a radiator tag for a '59 3000 that I'd like to give to a forum member who is in need of one for their radiator.

The first owner to post a picture of their car in need is the winner!

Thanks,
Duane
'58 BN6

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I don't need one -- and anyway, not Healey owner, just wandered in out of curiosity. It is very close to the date tag on my TR3A:

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I like how they mounted it upside down so you can read it whilst leaning over the apron to peer at the radiator.

FWIW - pretty sure the last digit(s) is/are the week of the year (e.g. yours is from the 9th week of 1959).
 
Geo,

Interesting, my Healey Concours guide states it's the month (Below).

Do you have any idea what the number stamped on the round tag means?

Thanks,
Duane


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HealeyRick said:
It means it's been certified by the factory to protect your engine from overheating up to a temperature of 157 degrees Fahrenheit. :jester::devilgrin:
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Rick,

On no! I'm in real trouble since I'm in California, mine is only certified to 38!
 
Duane_Rhynard said:
Rick,

On no! I'm in real trouble since I'm in California, mine is only certified to 38!
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Naw just wait til you get to 100 degrees then turn the heater on that will get you the other 57 ---:devilgrin:
 
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