{"product_id":"radiator-for-mercury-capri-1980-1986-2-3l","title":"Radiator for Mercury Capri (1980-1986) 2.3L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Efficiency 3-Row Aluminum Radiator for 1980-1986 Mercury Capri (Fox-Body)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 3-row aluminum radiator directly replaces the aged factory heat exchanger on the 1980-1986 Mercury Capri to eliminate heat soak, stabilize coolant operating temperatures, and prevent engine overheating under sustained load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Mercury Capri Thermal Limitation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginal equipment radiators installed in the \u003cstrong\u003eFox-body\u003c\/strong\u003e Capri utilize restrictive core passages and aging stamped end tanks that are highly prone to corrosion, fatigue cracks, and seam failure over decades of thermal cycling. Under high load or modern traffic conditions, the modest cooling capacity of the OEM unit fails to shed heat efficiently from the \u003cstrong\u003eLima 2.3L\u003c\/strong\u003e engine. Mineral accumulation inside the factory tubes further throttles coolant circulation velocity, leading to rapid boiling, cylinder head hotspots, and potential head gasket failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis heavy-duty upgrade features an all-aluminum 3-row core coupled with precision TIG-welded tanks to withstand continuous thermal expansion without cracking. By eliminating brittle composite plastics and mechanical crimp seals, it offers superior pressure tolerance and corrosion resistance. The densely arrayed, louvered aluminum fins substantially increase external surface area, accelerating thermal convection and boundary-layer heat shedding. Engineered to directly interchange with OEM part \u003cstrong\u003eCC138\u003c\/strong\u003e, this unit integrates seamlessly with existing lower and upper mounting points without chassis alteration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x 3-Row Aluminum Performance Radiator\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x: auto; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100% style=\" border-collapse: collapse border: solid font-size: min-width:\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1980-1986 Mercury Capri\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eLima 2.3L \/ Fox-body\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e88 hp \/ 119 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eCC138\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1980-1986 Mercury Capri (2.3L OHC I4)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions \u0026amp; Fitment Warnings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the Fox-body Capri?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this is a direct fit for the 1980-1986 Mercury Capri equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eLima 2.3L\u003c\/strong\u003e engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to bleed the cooling system after installation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, thoroughly purge all air pockets from the cooling circuits during refill to ensure consistent coolant flow and prevent localized thermal spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Mercury Muscle Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClassic Fox-chassis platforms require dependable heat dissipation to preserve internal engine components and maintain peak power output across daily driving and spirited track days alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67564536955128,"sku":"DS-EKN0F0XGP","price":149.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/radiator-for-mercury-capri-1980-1986-2-3l-1.jpg?v=1791041620","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/radiator-for-mercury-capri-1980-1986-2-3l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}