What radiator are you guys running?
 

I'm putting a carb'd 4.8 in my 71 gmc (6 banger, auto) and was wondering what direct-fit radiator you guys might be using during your swaps.

I've looked at Be Cool, etc. but just wanted to get an idea of what;s working for you. I'm sticking with a th350 or 700r4 tranny by the way.

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Stock one will work fine. No need to swap it out unless you like spending $ or yours has issues.

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Just make sure your system holds pressure, I read on here that if it don't your water pump will leak, mine did after using my stock old raditor

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running a newish stock 4 core

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Thanks, guys. Very helpful info. Might just upgrade to a stock type 4 core.

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we make a bolt-in radiator for your truck here in the USA. We are also a forum sponsor and offer a discount to members.
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=590670

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Thanks, RnD. Another board member already pointed me your way and I'll be giving you a call when I'm ready. I'm in marietta.

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Cool, would be glad to help. Make sure to mention you found us here for the discount when ordering.

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Sure will! Thanks.

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4 row copper /brass, 2 14" elect fans ,on a steel shelf....wax on 205/off 195? Painless controls & relay set it off.... no fight;) longhorn

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I just used a regular 'ol Be-Cool sbc radiator, seems to work great since I don't have a/c, and my trans cooling has its own seperate radiator.

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I've got a 4-core I pulled out of a BB truck I'm planning on using. Also going to be running an electric fan.

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I'm running the same 4 core that has been in it since my old man put it in when he was overheating while pulling a horse trailer with the original straight six. My 5.3L ALWAYS runs cool, and I'm still running stock clutch fan.:metal:

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griffin for an ls-swapped '69 camaro.
had to tape a 16x16 chunk of coroplast to it today.
it's been ~30 degrees and the truck took 30 mins to get into closed loop :(

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Thanks for the replies, guys. I'm planning to go with RnD bc they have a great reputation and are less than 20 minutes away from me.