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dvanek 09-13-2011 01:55 AM

Radiator swap 350 to 400
 
I have a project truck, 1989 Chevy Suburban V2500, 4x4 with the 350 TBI that has 81,000 original miles. I want to replace the factory radiator with one out of a 1980 GMC with a 400, 6.6. Automatic Trans. As far as sizes look it all matches. Does anyone know of any incompatabilities between the two?

75ChevyGuy 09-17-2011 08:18 AM

Re: Radiator swap 350 to 400
 
Is the 400 a gas or diesel motor?

dvanek 09-17-2011 10:43 AM

Re: Radiator swap 350 to 400
 
The 400 is Gas

75ChevyGuy 09-17-2011 12:07 PM

Re: Radiator swap 350 to 400
 
It appears that the 400 is only slighty bigger than the 350's radiator. But may I ask why you want to change out the radiators?

dvanek 09-17-2011 12:46 PM

Re: Radiator swap 350 to 400
 
I am hoping it will give the engine better cooling
Circulation, in pulling or hot weather.

Would this help or will it be a mistake?
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texasfunk 09-17-2011 01:10 PM

Re: Radiator swap 350 to 400
 
Wouldn't be a mistake...but don't hunk it will make a big difference either...

masterjohnson 10-14-2011 11:34 PM

Re: Radiator swap 350 to 400
 
Quote:

Originally Posted by dvanek (Post 4896862)
I have a project truck, 1989 Chevy Suburban V2500, 4x4 with the 350 TBI that has 81,000 original miles. I want to replace the factory radiator with one out of a 1980 GMC with a 400, 6.6. Automatic Trans. As far as sizes look it all matches. Does anyone know of any incompatabilities between the two?

i dont think you can install it without doing any modifications on your chevy. good luck with that project and post some pictures on this thread. really interesting to see.lol GL!


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