Hot Rods Model A 32 frame with stock grille

Building 30 roadster on a 32 frame want to use stock A shell to be different, problem I'm having radiator is about 2 inches to high, would like to use a quality copper radiator. Anyone done this. Plus plan on running the hood so will be extending that.

 

I had Brassworks build me a 32 style radiator chopped 2” for my coupe on 32 frame. If using a Model A shell you may need notch it on the side where it sits over the front crossmember.

 

I chopped my radiator and cut the sides of my grill shell a little but but can't remember exactly how much but it was less than 2 inches in my case but that was probally because I also moved the crossmembers a bit to make the stock hood fit.

 

That is the plan I have for mine.
Looks just right

Kudos on the choice.
The Deuce shell is a work of art, however,,, to my jaded eyes an A needs to look like an A

 

Thanks for the responses, so nobody makes a radiator that's chopped that fits a model a shell like they do a 32

 

Brassworks will build whatever you want.

 

Ok thanks

 

I dont have one to measure,but will a 29 radiator fit a 30 shell ? if its not too wide it might work height wise.

 

Johnson's should be able to help you, as well -
Johnson's Radiator Works (johnsonsradiatorworks.com)

 

I had the same problem with my '28 sedan on a '32 frame with a '28 shell.

I trimmed the shell's lower corners, then dropped it 1.5" between the frame rails. After measuring carefully, I used one of Speedway's 4.5" chopped 1932 Lo-Boy aluminum radiators #9173425. It fits perfectly inside the '28 shell. They have other sizes with measurements as well. It's not copper, but this might help.
4-1/2 Inch Chopped 1932 Lo-Boy Aluminum Radiator (speedwaymotors.com)

Lots more pictures & explanation here:
Introducing my Fuel Coupe-styled Tudor | Page 9 | The H.A.M.B. (jalopyjournal.com)

 

It' s not copper, but Champion Cooling makes a nice aluminum radiator P#3132FH, with the FH being flathead.

You didn't mention which engine you're using, but they make this radiator in several configurations.

Reason I even know is, I bought the above radiator before I realized I need the 3031FH which is 2 inches TALLER than the one above.

 

Its gonna have a little 283 Chevy

 

we have 2 with similar chops on our orphan page

https://thebrassworks.net/collections/orphan-radiators

 

Welcome aboard.

 

A 283 will be sweet in that roadster!