{"product_id":"performance-radiator-for-ford-thunderbird-1994-1997-3-8l-4-6l-automatic","title":"Performance Radiator for Ford Thunderbird (1994-1997) 3.8L 4.6L Automatic","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeavy-Duty 3-Row Aluminum Performance Radiator for 1994-1997 Ford Thunderbird\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delivers high-capacity heat dissipation to stabilize engine and transmission temperatures under heavy load by replacing restrictive, leak-prone factory cooling assemblies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Thunderbird Cooling Vulnerability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory MN12 cooling systems utilize plastic composite end tanks mechanically crimped to a thin single- or dual-row aluminum core. Over continuous thermal cycles, the factory rubber tank gaskets harden, micro-cracks form along the plastic inlet tanks, and core fin separation degrades thermal transfer. On supercharged 3.8L Essex and 4.6L Modular V8 configurations, tight engine bay packaging accelerates heat soak, leading to elevated cylinder head temperatures and premature automatic transmission fluid degradation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drop-in performance unit features an all-aluminum crossflow architecture with a 3-row racing tube core, fully TIG-welded without failure-prone epoxies or plastic seams. Measuring 22-7\/16 inches wide by 18-3\/8 inches high, the dense multi-louvered fin design significantly increases surface contact area and coolant volume. An integrated internal transmission oil cooler protects automatic gearbox hydraulics, while 100% leak-tested 1.5-inch inlet and outlet ports ensure factory-spec hose routing and structural integrity.\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;\"\u003e1994-1997 Ford Thunderbird\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;\"\u003e3.8L Essex V6 \/ 4.6L Modular V8 \/ MN12\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;\"\u003e140-230 hp \/ 215-330 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;\"\u003eDPI 1551, CU1551, RAD1551, F4SZ8005A, F4SZ8005H, FO3010124\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1994-1997 Ford Thunderbird Base 3.8L V6 Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1994-1997 Ford Thunderbird LX 3.8L V6 Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1994-1995 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe 3.8L Supercharged V6 Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1994-1997 Ford Thunderbird LX 4.6L V8 Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1994-1997 Ford Thunderbird Sport 4.6L V8 Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Ford Muscle Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to handle the continuous thermal demands of Ford's modular and forced-induction powertrains, this all-metal cooling solution safeguards drivetrain longevity and maintains peak operating efficiency under aggressive highway and drag-strip conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50426312524024,"sku":"DS-E94SXQWK6","price":209.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-for-ford-thunderbird-1994-1997-3-8l-4-6l-automatic-1.jpg?v=1788397787","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/performance-radiator-for-ford-thunderbird-1994-1997-3-8l-4-6l-automatic","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}