{"product_id":"aluminum-radiator-for-ford-bronco-1978-1979","title":"Aluminum Radiator for Ford Bronco (1978-1979)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit Aluminum Radiator for 1978-1979 Ford Bronco\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces deteriorating factory brass-copper cooling units with a high-capacity 4-row aluminum assembly to stabilize operating temperatures under severe engine load.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Bronco Thermal Limitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory radiators installed on 1978–1979 Broncos rely on copper-brass construction joined by lead-tin solder, which degrades over decades of vibration, electrolytic corrosion, and heat cycles. Under low-speed off-road crawling, trail idling, or highway towing, the heavy displacement V8 engines produce substantial thermal energy that overwhelms the low fin density of worn original cores, resulting in coolant boiling, vapor lock, and catastrophic thermal saturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis replacement cooling unit utilizes lightweight, high-conductivity aircraft-grade aluminum. Featuring a 4-row furnace-brazed core and robust TIG-welded end tanks, it completely eliminates structural epoxy joints that crack under chassis flex. The wide-tube geometry maximizes internal coolant velocity and fluid-to-metal heat transfer, dramatically outperforming stock multi-piece designs in overall heat dissipation and pressure resistance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1978-1979 Ford Bronco\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e335-Series V8 (351M \/ 400) \/ 2nd Gen (U-150)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e156-169 hp \/ 262-279 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1978 Ford Bronco Custom (5.8L 351M V8, 6.6L 400 V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1978 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT (5.8L 351M V8, 6.6L 400 V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1979 Ford Bronco Custom (5.8L 351M V8, 6.6L 400 V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1979 Ford Bronco Ranger XLT (5.8L 351M V8, 6.6L 400 V8)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Heavy-Duty Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to handle severe torsional flex over rugged terrain, this solid-mount aluminum unit withstands continuous heavy towing loads and extreme ambient temperatures without risking core fatigue or leak-prone structural failure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50496547553528,"sku":"DS-ED8BRU3E7","price":322.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/aluminum-radiator-for-ford-bronco-1978-1979-1.jpg?v=1789245946","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/aluminum-radiator-for-ford-bronco-1978-1979","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}