I had it build from 1/8 material because that is
what I had laying around but I think 1/16 would
be sufficient, transfer heat better and be lighter.
The fins are 1/16 x 1 on 1/2" spacing inside and out.......

Perry

kevin lane wrote:

I asked before with no response, but would like to see some simple figures
on estimating the heat transfer that takes place with aluminum at engine oil
temperatures per square inch.  it is amazing how many square inches there is
in a std. radiator.  I still toy with the idea of radiating some heat as I
plumb the belly scoop rather than simply running pipes back there.  I was
thinking I could create the equivalent of maybe 12 sq inches of radiator
using many 1/4" lines along the belly.
Kevin Lane  Portland, OR
e-mail-> n3773@comcast.net
web-> http://home.comcast.net/~n3773

I don't think there is a simple answer for that Kevin. Too many variables.

Paul Lamar
 
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