APDI 8012257 Radiator

Radiator for Ford Truck Cooling Systems

APDI Radiator 8012257 is a direct-fit cooling system replacement built with a plastic tank and aluminum core construction. It is specified for Ford truck and SUV applications that require a 1-1/4 inch core depth, 1-3/4 inch inlet and outlet diameters, and a 12-inch transmission oil cooler connection.

Compatible With Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, Expedition, Navigator, and Lincoln Blackwood applications listed below, this APDI radiator supports OE-style fitment for vehicles using the matching core size and inverted flare fitting configuration. The APDI Radiator line focuses on replacement cooling components for common truck and SUV service needs.

Key Features

• APDI part number 8012257
• Plastic tank aluminum radiator construction
• Core dimensions: 16-3/4 inches high, 31-7/8 inches wide, 1-1/4 inches thick
• Single-row core design
• 1-3/4 inch inlet and outlet diameters
• 12-inch transmission oil cooler connection
• Built for Ford radiator applications with matching core depth and fitting style

Detailed Description

This APDI radiator 8012257 is engineered for Ford cooling system service where the original radiator uses a plastic tank aluminum design and the listed core dimensions. It is a practical replacement for 1999-2003 Ford F-150, 1999-2003 Ford F-250 Super Duty, 1999-2003 Ford F-350, 1999-2003 Ford F-350 Super Duty, 1999-2002 Ford Expedition without tow package, 1999-2001 Lincoln Navigator, 2002-2003 Lincoln Blackwood, and related Ford truck applications with the specified core depth and inverted flare fittings. This part cross-references Spectra Premium CU2257 and Valeo 438199 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Overheating caused by a leaking or restricted radiator
• Coolant loss from cracked plastic tanks or aged seams
• Poor heat transfer from a clogged or damaged core
• Transmission cooling concerns tied to the radiator cooler circuit
• Fitment issues when replacing an OE-style Ford radiator

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify core height, core width, core thickness, inlet and outlet diameter, and transmission cooler connection before installation. This radiator is listed for vehicles with 1-1/4 inch core depth, and several applications also require 3/8 inch inverted flare fittings. Confirm the vehicle configuration carefully, especially on 1999-2002 Ford Expedition models without tow package and on 1999-2001 Lincoln Navigator applications. Use the vehicle’s existing mounting and hose layout as the final fitment reference.

Quality Assurance

APDI supplies replacement radiators for common domestic cooling system applications, with specifications published to support accurate part matching. Part number 8012257 is listed against multiple Ford and Lincoln applications to help ensure the correct radiator selection for the intended vehicle.