{"product_id":"radiator-for-mercury-capri-1982-1986-5-0l","title":"Radiator for Mercury Capri (1982-1986) 5.0L","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"font-size: clamp(18px, 3vw, 21px); margin-bottom: 15px; line-height: 1.3;\"\u003eHigh-Efficiency 3-Row Aluminum Radiator for 1982-1986 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 restrictive factory cooling unit on the 1982-1986 Mercury Capri to substantially increase thermal dissipation and stabilize coolant temperatures under high mechanical load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Mercury Capri Cooling Limitations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory cooling systems in the \u003cstrong\u003eFox Body\u003c\/strong\u003e Capri were engineered for baseline commuter duty rather than aggressive driving or modified setups. The original copper-brass or early multi-piece modular cores degrade over time through galvanic corrosion and internal tube scale accumulation. Under sustained load, the stock narrow-channel passage design induces severe heat soak, restricting volumetric coolant flow through the \u003cstrong\u003e5.0L Windsor\u003c\/strong\u003e block and risking thermal runaway, blown head gaskets, and warped cylinder heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis heavy-duty upgrade features an all-aluminum furnace-brazed 3-row core coupled with hand-finished, TIG-welded end tanks to eliminate standard failure-prone mechanical seals. Engineered to interchange directly with OEM part \u003cstrong\u003eCC138\u003c\/strong\u003e, the high-density louvered aluminum fin layout maximizes airflow surface area while oversized fluid channels optimize thermal transfer rates. The full aircraft-grade aluminum construction provides superior structural rigidity against chassis flex and elevated cooling system pressures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1x 3-Row Aluminum Racing 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;\"\u003e1982-1986 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;\"\u003e5.0L Windsor V8 \/ 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;\"\u003e157-210 hp \/ 240-285 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\u003e1982-1986 Mercury Capri 5.0L V8 (GS, RS, Black Magic, White Lightning)\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 1982-1986 Mercury Capri equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003e5.0L Windsor\u003c\/strong\u003e V8 engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to bleed the cooling system after installation?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, a complete system vacuum refill or thorough manual burp is required to prevent air pockets from forming around the engine thermostat and cylinder heads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Mercury Muscle Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreserving small-block V8 performance requires uncompromising thermal efficiency. This all-aluminum core ensures consistent fluid temperatures, protecting classic pushrod horsepower whether on the street or the drag strip.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67564547244280,"sku":"DS-EDT17SN3E","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-1982-1986-5-0l-1.jpg?v=1791041848","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/radiator-for-mercury-capri-1982-1986-5-0l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}