Universal Air RA2257C Radiator

Crossflow Radiator for Ford Trucks

The Universal Air Crossflow Radiator, part number RA2257C, is a direct-fit cooling component for select Ford truck and SUV applications. It is built for vehicles that use flare fittings and, in listed applications, a 1-core-depth crossflow layout.

Key Features

• Universal Air Crossflow Radiator line
• Part number RA2257C
• Crossflow design for listed Ford and Lincoln applications
• Application-specific fitment for flare-fitting setups
• Listed coverage for Ford F-150, F-250, F-350, Expedition, Navigator, and Lincoln Blackwood

Detailed Description

RA2257C is a replacement radiator for select 1999-2004 Ford F-150, 1999-2003 Ford F-250 and F-350 models, plus related Expedition, Navigator, and Blackwood applications shown in the fitment data. The Universal Air Crossflow Radiator line focuses on vehicle-specific cooling layouts, including crossflow configurations and the fitting styles noted for each application. If you are searching for a Ford F-150 radiator, Ford F-250 radiator, or a Lincoln Navigator radiator with the listed core depth and flare-fitting requirements, RA2257C matches those details in the catalog fitment.

This part cross-references no additional part numbers in the provided data.

What It Helps Address

• Overheating caused by a worn or restricted radiator
• Coolant leaks at the radiator core or fitting points
• Reduced cooling efficiency in stop-and-go driving
• Temperature instability under normal towing-free operation
• Replacement needs after corrosion or internal blockage

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s year, make, model, and cooling configuration before ordering. Confirm flare fittings, core depth, and towing-package status where noted in the fitment list. Compare the existing radiator layout to the catalog application for your Ford F-150, Ford F-250, Ford F-350, Expedition, Navigator, or Lincoln Blackwood before installation.

Quality Assurance

Universal Air identifies this as part of its Crossflow Radiator line, with fitment organized around the vehicle-specific cooling configuration listed in the catalog.

• Fits 2004 Ford F-150, N/A, with Flare Fittings; Radiator with 1 Core Depth; Crossflow Radiator
• Fits 1999-2003 Ford F-150, N/A, with Flare Fittings; without Towing Package; Radiator with 1 Core Depth; Crossflow Radiator
• Fits 2003 Ford F-250, N/A, Without towing package; Crossflow Radiator
• Fits 1999 Ford F-250, N/A, Without towing package; Crossflow Radiator
• Fits 1999-2003 Ford F-250 Super Duty, N/A, Without towing package; Crossflow Radiator
• Fits 1999-2003 Ford F-350, N/A, Without towing package; Crossflow Radiator
• Fits 1999-2003 Ford F-350 Super Duty, N/A, Without towing package; Crossflow Radiator
• Fits 2002-2003 Lincoln Blackwood, N/A, with 1 1/4in Core Depth; with 3/8in inverted flare fittings; Crossflow Radiator
• Fits 1999-2002 Ford Expedition, N/A, Without towing package; Crossflow Radiator
• Fits 2001 Ford F-250, N/A, Crossflow Radiator
• Fits 1999-2001 Lincoln Navigator, N/A, Without towing package; Crossflow Radiator