Spectra Premium CU227 radiator for the 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria V8 5.0L or 5.8L and other vehicles carries engine coolant through its core so the engine can shed heat. This Spectra Premium radiator is built to the same durability and expectations as the OE.
- Aluminum core with plastic tanks
- Cross-flow design with a one-row core
- Internal concentric transmission oil cooler with 1/4 NPT female fittings
- Saddle mounting type
Quick facts
- Part: Spectra Premium CU227 radiator
- Fits: 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria V8 5.0L or 5.8L and other vehicles
- Material: Aluminum core, plastic tanks
Coolant stains on the tanks or core, a temperature gauge that climbs and a coolant level that keeps dropping can be signs of a failing radiator. A hose, thermostat or water pump can be behind the same signs, so find the cause before you buy.
Fits
This cross-flow radiator is a direct-fit replacement for the 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria V8 5.0L or 5.8L, the 1986-1989 Mercury Grand Marquis V8 5.8L and the 1986-1991 Grand Marquis V8 5.0L, and the 1987-1991 Ford Country Squire V8 5.0L. A single radiator is needed for the 1987-1991 Ford LTD Crown Victoria V8 5.0L or 5.8L. If your car is not named here, search the "Vehicles it fits" section by year, model and engine.
Specifications
Fit and size
- Quantity per vehicle: 1
- Core: 27.5 in high, 18.125 in wide, 1 in thick
- Inlet diameter: 1.5 in
- Outlet diameter: 1.5 in
- Inlet location: bottom left
- Outlet location: bottom right
- Mounting type: saddle
- Transmission oil cooler distance between fittings: 8 in
Build and materials
- Core material: aluminum
- Tank material: plastic
- Core rows: 1
- Flow type: cross flow
- Transmission oil cooler: internal, concentric, 1/4 NPT female fittings
- Country of origin: Canada
In the box
One radiator with its transmission oil cooler. A frame and an engine oil cooler are not included.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this Grand Marquis radiator fit the 1986-1991 Mercury Grand Marquis V8 5.0L?
Yes, Spectra Premium CU227 fits the 1986-1991 Mercury Grand Marquis V8 5.0L and the 1986-1989 Grand Marquis V8 5.8L; for another car, search the "Vehicles it fits" section by year, model and engine.
Does the Spectra Premium CU227 come with a transmission oil cooler?
Yes, Spectra Premium CU227 includes an internal concentric transmission oil cooler with 1/4 NPT female fittings. An engine oil cooler and a frame are not included.
What are the core and tanks of this radiator made of?
The core is aluminum and the tanks are plastic. This radiator has a one-row cross-flow core.
Where do I look for leaks on a radiator like this?
With the engine off and cool, look for coolant stains or wetness along the plastic tanks and the seams of the aluminum core. A shop can pressure-test the system if you cannot find a leak.
What size are the inlet and outlet on this radiator?
Both the inlet and the outlet are 1.5 in in diameter. The inlet is at the bottom left and the outlet is at the bottom right.
