Cooling Components

How does a cooling system work? Why is your engine overheating? What parts should you be giving your attention to? This guide answers all your questions.

Learn how to successfully upgrade the cooling system for a 400 small block Chevy. Read tips for installing a water pump and auxiliary coolant lines using fittings and fuel hoses.

Learn how to choose the best radiator for your vehicle. Our guide covers key factors to consider when selecting an aftermarket radiator for your hot rod, muscle car, or classic pickup.

Overheating is a major cause of DNFs and damaged engines. We'll go beyond the cooling system for solutions to your overheating issues.

Learn the best electric fan for a radiator and type to use for your build. Straight or curved blade, single or dual fan, and more!.

Learn about the functionality of key parts in a hot rod air conditioning system for install or diagnosing issues. We cover the condenser, compressor and more.

In this Tech Tip, John offers some guidance to a customer looking to cool his 1946 Ford Sedan.

Shortcuts don't always pay off. Zach Raddatz walk us through his experience with a cheap radiator so we don't make the same mistake!

Does painting your radiator black affect cooling ability or is it an old wives’ tale? If painted properly your cooling system will be fine.

Rebuilding an engine? Stay organized by using a valvetrain rocker arm organizer tray while disassembling the valvetrain components. Learn some tips on why you shouldn't mix up lifters if you intend on using them again.