Hot rod engine overheats in stop-and-go traffic despite multiple cooling system attempts.

Generic cooling parts (radiator, fan, shroud) are not engineered for the specific engine and driving conditions; trial-and-error adjustments are costly and time-consuming.

Severity

4High

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 30, 2026

Workarounds Described

tried different water/antifreeze ratios
modified shroud by cutting holes and adding rubber flaps

Implied Software Gaps

Custom radiator/fan configurator that recommends optimized cooling system based on engine and driving conditions

App Concept

CoolSpec Custom Radiator

CoolSpec is a configurator and supplier of bespoke engine cooling systems for custom builds. Users input engine specs, vehicle type, and driving conditions; the platform recommends an optimized radiator, fan, shroud, and pump combination, then manufactures and ships the custom kit.

Key Features

Engine and vehicle input form
Thermal modeling and recommendation engine
Custom radiator and shroud manufacturing
Fan and pump sizing optimization
Installation guide and support

Target Users: Hot rod and custom car builders who need a purpose-engineered cooling system for non-standard engine swaps.

Revenue Model: $200-$800 per custom cooling kit (radiator, fan, shroud combo), with optional premium for aluminum upgrade or expedited manufacturing.

Existing Solutions Mentioned

radiatorelectric fanshroudwater/antifreeze mix

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