V6 Radiator Shroud

Was there any conclusion as to whether the radiator shroud offered by Partsdude 4x4 fits a CJ5. It's advertised for a Jeepster? I did a search here but couldn't find the answer. This is for the 22" wide core and not the narrower one.

 

I was wondering this same question recently, and just couldn't justify spending the $140 for the thing and also not know if it even fit or not. What I did was went down to my HVAC contractor, took him my radiator and dimensions of where the fan came in toward the radiator, told him I wanted a shroud made out of sheetmetal and how I wanted it angled and cut and looks, etc. and he built me one for $31 and it lowered my water temp by 55*, so I figured it was a win win for sure. Definitely not as factory looking or as sharp looking as the other shroud, but it is EXACTLY what I wanted and needed, for just a pittance in comparison. Don't know if anyone else has done this. Good Luck!!

 

I read all of the posts mentioned including all searches for "radiator shroud" but couldn't find anything conclusive. I was just about to purchase one of the reproduction shrouds from Partsdude and thought it might be a good idea first to raise the question one more time. Partsdude says that he sold a lot of the shrouds to CJ5 owners so I'll go with that and the fact that he'll allow a return if it doesn't fit.

In one of the searched posts someone mentioned that the engine offset might be an issue. My '70 CJ5 with a 22" wide radiator is offset 3/4" from center. Based on Partsdude's website, his shroud looks like it has a similar offset.

I'll let you guys know how the shroud fits when I get it installed.

 

Just thought I'd mention my Daughter's '70 CJ-5 has the wide radiator also. The commando radiator fit right in. The '67 I'm parting has the narrow V-6 Radiator. I believe that it wasn't just '71 that had the wider one. Granted, just based upon what I have here so take it for what it's worth.

 

Based on previous posts and observations I think the following is generally agreed.

The '70 and '71 CJ5 had the wider 22" radiators.
The Jeepster radiator (wider version if they by chance made a smaller one) is the same as the one used on CJ5s except some Jeepster radiators had an additional outlet and addtitional internal coils for the automatic transmission cooler.
The mounting holes on the shroud for both the Jeepster and CJ5 are in the same location.
The radiator shroud on both the Jeepster and CJ5 have an offset opening for the fan.

I think the only only question that remains is whether the fan opening is in the same position. I'll find that out when I install the shroud from Partsdude. Again, the lateral fan offset on my '70 CJ5 is 3/4" toward the passengers side.

 

I had one of the narrow shrouds but sold it to a member here. Maybe he would volunteer lending it too you if he's listening.

 

I just picked up the radiator that I had rebuilt. Went with a 3-row core instead of the 2-row that it had before. Also picked up some new hoses from NAPA. Now just waiting to receive the shroud. While getting the hoses at NAPA they showed different part numbers for the '70 and '71 CJ5 with the 225 V6. Anyone know why?

 

Looks like the '68 CJ5 had the narrow radiator. Correct?

 

Yes, it was only the 70-71 models that had the wider radiator.

 

If anyone is still looking
http://www.jeep4x4center.com/jeep-cooling-system-parts/cj5-cj7-cj8-willys.htm

 

Radiator Fan Shroud With Center Cap
1972-1986 Jeep CJ5, CJ7, CJ8 w/ 6 Cylinder

unless the CJ came with a straight 6


http://www.jeep4x4center.com/product-information.asp?number=5359030

 

Thanks, just learned something new.