CSF 2278 Radiator

Heavy-Duty 3-Row Brass Radiator

CSF Part Number 2278 is a 3-row all-metal radiator built for older Ford vans and wagons that need durable cooling performance. It uses a copper core with brass tanks, a down-flow design, and a high-efficiency core layout for dependable heat transfer in demanding driving conditions.

Compatible With Ford E-250 Econoline Club Wagon, Ford E-350 Econoline, Ford E-350 Econoline Club Wagon, Ford E-250 Econoline, and Ford E-100 Econoline applications that require a small 13 psi cap. This radiator is a direct-fit cooling solution for classic Ford E-Series fitments across the 1975-1988 model years.

Key Features

• CSF Part Number 2278
• 3-row all-metal construction
• Copper core with brass tanks
• Down-flow radiator design
• Core thickness: 1 11/16 in.
• Core size: 29 3/16 in. wide x 21 1/8 in. long
• Inlet: 1 1/2 in. right side
• Outlet: 1 3/4 in. left side
• High-efficiency concentric-type oil cooler, 12 in.
• Cap not included; CSF cap number 4501

Product Details

The CSF 3 Row All Metal line focuses on heavy-duty radiator construction for vehicles that benefit from a traditional metal-core design. CSF manufactures radiators to performance standards validated through lab testing, including wind tunnel evaluation, and supplies a broad range of radiator applications worldwide. Part Number 2278 follows that approach with a copper-and-brass build, three core rows, and dimensions suited to the listed Ford E-Series fitments.

This part cross-references Spectra Premium CU847 for the same application.

Common Cooling Issues Addressed

• Overheating during stop-and-go driving
• Reduced cooling efficiency from an aging radiator core
• Leaks caused by worn tanks or core joints
• Heat buildup in older Ford E-250 Econoline and E-350 Econoline cooling systems
• Cooling performance loss from a restricted or damaged radiator assembly

Installation Notes

• Verify the vehicle uses a small 13 psi cap requirement before installation.
• Confirm inlet and outlet orientation: 1 1/2 in. right inlet and 1 3/4 in. left outlet.
• Check core dimensions and mounting clearance against the existing radiator.
• Cap is not included; use CSF cap number 4501 if required by the application.
• Inspect hoses, clamps, and coolant condition during radiator replacement.

Quality Assurance

CSF radiators are manufactured in ISO/TSO-certified facilities and built to high-performance standards. The brand has supplied radiators worldwide for more than 50 years, with engineering validation used to confirm cooling performance across a wide range of vehicle applications.