CSF 05-06 Ford GT High Performance All-Aluminum Radiator

The Only Purpose-Built 2-Row All-Aluminum Radiator for the 2005-2006 Ford GT

The CSF 7245 High Performance All-Aluminum Radiator is engineered specifically for the 2005-2006 Ford GT, replacing the factory radiator with a 2-row 68mm aluminum core that delivers a significant leap in cooling capacity over the OEM unit. CSF 7245 features the exclusive B-Tube Technology, which increases heat transfer by approximately 15 percent over conventional oval welded tubes. With four additional rows of cooling tubes and fins compared to the stock core, and super-efficient multi-louvered fins that maximize airflow, this radiator mounts in the factory location with no modifications or cutting required. It is fully compatible with the OEM heat exchanger as well as the CSF 8365 High-Performance Supercharger Heat Exchanger for a complete cooling system upgrade on your Ford GT.

Key Features

• 2-row 68mm ultra-high-performance aluminum core for dramatically increased cooling capacity
• CSF exclusive B-Tube Technology increases heat transfer by approximately 15 percent over standard oval welded tubes
• 8mm tall ultra-efficient multi-louvered fins maximize airflow through the core
• CNC machined mounting brackets and OEM-style inlet and outlet connections for a precise direct-fit installation
• Mounts in the factory radiator location with no modifications, cutting, or fabrication required
• Compatible with the OEM heat exchanger or the CSF 8365 High-Performance Supercharger Heat Exchanger
• 100 percent all-aluminum construction throughout for lightweight durability
• Purpose-built for the 2005-2006 Ford GT mid-engine supercharged platform

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Specifications

What Is Included

• 1x CSF 7245 High Performance All-Aluminum Radiator for 2005-2006 Ford GT
• CNC machined mounting brackets
• OEM-style inlet and outlet connections

Frequently Asked Questions

No. The 7245 is designed as a direct-fit replacement for the factory Ford GT radiator. It uses CNC machined mounting brackets and OEM-style inlet and outlet connections that align precisely with the factory mounting points. No cutting, drilling, or fabrication is required.

The B-Tube design creates a unique internal turbulence pattern that increases contact between the coolant and the tube wall, improving heat transfer by approximately 15 percent over conventional oval welded tubes at the same flow rate. This means the radiator dissipates more heat without requiring additional core thickness or increased fan pressure drop.

Yes. The 7245 is fully compatible with the stock Ford GT supercharger heat exchanger in the factory location. It can also be paired with the CSF 8365 High-Performance All-Aluminum Heat Exchanger for a complete front-end cooling system upgrade on the GT.

The 7245 uses a 2-row 68mm core compared to the thinner single-row OEM unit. CSF adds four additional rows of cooling tubes and fins and uses 8mm tall multi-louvered fins, giving it significantly more surface area and thermal mass than the factory radiator while maintaining the same mounting footprint.

Yes. It is designed specifically for the 2005-2006 Ford GT with the factory 5.4L supercharged V8. It uses OEM-style coolant connections and mounting points that are specific to the mid-engine Ford GT platform.

CSF provides a manufacturer warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship. Contact CSF or your retailer directly to confirm current warranty terms and any conditions that apply to performance or track use.

Both. It lowers coolant temperatures under sustained high-load driving compared to the OEM radiator, which directly supports consistent power output by preventing engine management from pulling timing or boost in response to elevated coolant temps. On track, this means more consistent lap-to-lap performance and reduced risk of heat-related power loss.

It is listed as a regularly stocked product. Availability can change due to demand from the small Ford GT owner community. Confirm current inventory with your retailer before ordering, especially for time-sensitive builds.

Installation Instructions

1. Allow the engine to cool completely before beginning. The Ford GT mid-engine layout places the radiator at the rear of the vehicle behind the engine bay lower access panel.
2. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
3. Place a coolant catch pan under the radiator lower drain fitting. Remove the drain plug and drain the cooling system completely. Dispose of coolant per local regulations.
4. Remove the rear access panel or undertray fasteners as required to access the radiator mounting area.
5. Disconnect the upper and lower coolant hose clamps and slide both hoses off the OEM radiator inlet and outlet necks.
6. Remove the radiator mounting bracket bolts. Support the radiator and lift it out of the mounting location.
7. Install this radiator into the mounting location using the included CNC machined brackets, aligning the OEM-style inlet and outlet necks with the existing coolant hoses.
8. Tighten all mounting bracket bolts to the factory specification. Reconnect the upper and lower coolant hoses and tighten all clamps securely.
9. Reinstall the rear access panel or undertray. Reconnect the battery.
10. Refill the cooling system with the Ford GT specified coolant mixture. Follow Ford's bleeding procedure to purge air from the system before starting the engine.
11. Start the engine and bring to operating temperature. Inspect all hose connections for leaks. Check the coolant level once cooled and top off as needed.