The Ford radiator support is a metal structure connected to the car frame and located in front of the car. Situated behind the grille is the structure that serves as a bracket to the radiator. The header panel, headlamps and fenders are mounted to and connects the mudguard skirts at their front edge. Sometimes called the radiator core support, it can come as an assembly or as separate pieces. A complete assembly includes the radiator support upper (upper tie bar), radiator support RH and LH (side support panel), radiator support center (hood latch support) and the radiator support lower (lower crossmember). Ford was the car maker who introduced the new radiator support making use of two sheet molding composite that has been bolted together as just one structure. It integrated the functions of the radiator support, headlight assembly, grille panel, hood latch mounting and hood bumper support. The radiator support upper is attached to the front fender while the radiator support lower is bolted into the front-end cooling assembly. The radiator support needs to be sturdy, tough and durable because it supports a lot of auto parts that are mounted to it. The new kind of radiator support reduces weight and space in the engine compartment making it also cheaper for production of the auto part, too. The location of the Ford radiator support makes it vulnerable to dents and bumps due to minor collisions which are repairable but high-impact collisions would need a replacement right away. The radiator supports we carry are made of the finest quality material that can ensure the sturdiness and toughness that is needed to make the front end stiff and sturdy at very affordable prices. Our easy to navigate online catalog can help you choose the correct auto part for whatever needs you have.