What are you all using for radiators? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

pat · 04-09-2005, 09:39 PM

What kinda radiators are u all using? Mine wasnt in great shape when I got my truck, so Im thinking about putting a diff one in.
What kind are u using, how well does it work, what modifications were necessary to fit it in?
Thanks

71Shortbed · 04-09-2005, 09:59 PM

I got a nice 4 core with a heater outlet for $133 from Radiator.com. Got it thru ebay. It replaced my 3 core with very few problems. Its a good heavy Modine radiator. I did have to trim the fan shroud just a little for a better fit and switch my mounts for 4 core mounts.

rmrtndl · 04-09-2005, 10:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 71Shortbed

I got a nice 4 core with a heater outlet for $133 from Radiator.com. Got it thru ebay. It replaced my 3 core with very few problems. Its a good heavy Modine radiator. I did have to trim the fan shroud just a little for a better fit and switch my mounts for 4 core mounts.

Where did you get the 4 core mounts?

71Shortbed · 04-10-2005, 09:56 AM

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Originally Posted by rmrtndl

Where did you get the 4 core mounts?

I got the new mounts from Tim Christian. He had 3 core and 4 core mounts at the Charlotte Auto Fair.

LUV2XCLR8 · 04-10-2005, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by 71Shortbed

I got the new mounts from Tim Christian. He had 3 core and 4 core mounts at the Charlotte Auto Fair.

YUP TIM KEEPS THEM IN STOCK, MAYBE A LIL LOW BECAUSE OF THE FAIR,
BUT HE NORMALLY KEEPS THEM IN STOCK - www.christiansclassics.com

CHEVIBUBBA · 04-10-2005, 12:07 AM

i'm using a 30" be cool universal aluminum.
single 1.25" core.
works great!
110-115 degrees F in summer temp climbs to about 190 when the fan comes on drops down to 170 real quick.
only had to fabricate upper rad mounts.
for the money, best to spend the extra dough & get the one made for the truck.

Mudder · 04-10-2005, 12:15 AM

All the vendors up there that support us have the mounts. I'm using a four core with a electric fan. No problems.

Brainchild · 04-10-2005, 02:09 AM

I'm using one from a mid 80's V8 Impala station wagon.No mods,or anything,bolted right in,and works like a champ.I'm a member of the run what ya brung club

72 CustomCamper · 04-10-2005, 02:43 AM

Mine still has the factory 4 row in it...

Chuck

SweetandLong68 · 04-10-2005, 05:05 AM

I have a aluminum one that is actually factory equipment for a 1988 Iroc Camaro with the 350 TPI. It bolted right in and was right at 100 bucks from Napa. Works excellent with my dual electric fans and the temp always runs right where it should. It definetly Works!

lata
CHRIS

71-longbed · 04-10-2005, 05:40 AM

im running a modine ...

SweetandLong68 · 04-10-2005, 11:11 PM

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Originally Posted by 71-longbed

im running a modine ...

That is what mine is...Modine...Factory equipment for 88 Iroc Camaro

lata
CHRIS

NPilot1975 · 04-10-2005, 08:37 AM

I am running a Be Cool Aluminum Radiator also. It works great, actually too good in the winter. I had to block off all but a 2"x2" square to get heat.

FRENCHBLUE72 · 04-10-2005, 04:57 PM

I have a 3 core in my blazer and a 4 core in my b.b. c/10 both are stock and work great...

junkyardjohn · 04-10-2005, 05:46 PM

I ALWAYS USE FACTORY STYLE (MODINE REPLACEMENT) 4 CORE "DESERT COOLER" RADIATORS. I'VE HAD THEM IN 500 HP. BIG BLOCK TRUCKS WITH NO HEATING OR COOLING PROBLEMS AT ALL.

JOHN

ckhd · 04-10-2005, 07:05 PM

I have a Modine 4 core in my 'burb, cools great. The others have stock 33+ year old radiators, and don't cool so good.

I suggest getting a modine. Fit well, works great. I bought a radiator from Checker (shuck's/kragen), and that thing was a pile, it was twisted, and it didn't cool very well.

04-09-2005, 09:39 PM	#1
pat Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Lindsay, TX Posts: 1,245	What are you all using for radiators? What kinda radiators are u all using? Mine wasnt in great shape when I got my truck, so Im thinking about putting a diff one in. What kind are u using, how well does it work, what modifications were necessary to fit it in? Thanks __________________ 68 Chevy 383/350 w/shift kit, 380hp/425ft-lbs, 4.5/5 drop, 17" TT2s 64 Cadillac Sedan DeVille

04-10-2005, 12:07 AM	#6
CHEVIBUBBA got boost? Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 123	i'm using a 30" be cool universal aluminum. single 1.25" core. works great! 110-115 degrees F in summer temp climbs to about 190 when the fan comes on drops down to 170 real quick. only had to fabricate upper rad mounts. for the money, best to spend the extra dough & get the one made for the truck. __________________ '70 chevy lwb w/'67 hood. 357 s.b.c. built, 4l60 w/vigilante lockup high stall converter, edelbrock pro-flo,brodix heads,comp cams rollerized w/ belt drive, one piece d-shaft, yada, yada, yada..... '82 honda v45 sabre"the black"

04-10-2005, 02:09 AM	#8
Brainchild Still drivin' a Rat Rod Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Monett Missouri Posts: 4,925	I'm using one from a mid 80's V8 Impala station wagon.No mods,or anything,bolted right in,and works like a champ.I'm a member of the run what ya brung club __________________ Rusty Member #13872 Instead of saying.....you are a discomfort in the back of my front.....one should be able to say...... you are a pain in the a$# 71 GMC LWB 49 Chevy 85 Chevy G20 Check out my website Last edited by Brainchild; 04-10-2005 at 02:10 AM.

04-10-2005, 02:43 AM	#9
72 CustomCamper huh ??? Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Fredericksburg,Va. Posts: 3,369	Mine still has the factory 4 row in it... Chuck __________________ 90 Blazer Silverado 350w/ 700R4 and 32" Kelly's "I am a bomb technician. If you see me running try to keep up!"

04-10-2005, 05:05 AM	#10
SweetandLong68 Your UncleBen Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Indian Trail, NC Posts: 590	I have a aluminum one that is actually factory equipment for a 1988 Iroc Camaro with the 350 TPI. It bolted right in and was right at 100 bucks from Napa. Works excellent with my dual electric fans and the temp always runs right where it should. It definetly Works! lata CHRIS __________________ 68 C10 shortbed -- Street/Strip

04-09-2005, 09:59 PM	#2
71Shortbed Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Lilburn, GA Posts: 209	I got a nice 4 core with a heater outlet for $133 from Radiator.com. Got it thru ebay. It replaced my 3 core with very few problems. Its a good heavy Modine radiator. I did have to trim the fan shroud just a little for a better fit and switch my mounts for 4 core mounts.

04-10-2005, 12:15 AM	#7
Mudder Registered User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: East Central, MO Posts: 11,336	All the vendors up there that support us have the mounts. I'm using a four core with a electric fan. No problems.

04-10-2005, 05:40 AM	#11
71-longbed Its Magically Delicious Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: oregon Posts: 2,398	im running a modine ... __________________ 71 C10 LWB 350sbc -TH350 12 bolt 3.42 Posi Of all my favorite things to do, The utmost is to have a brew. My love grows for my foamy friend, with each thirst-quenching elbow bend. Beer so frosty, smooth, and cold it's paradise pure liquid gold. Yes beer means many things to me that's all for now cus I gotta pee.

04-10-2005, 08:37 AM	#13
NPilot1975 Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Plymouth, MA Posts: 891	I am running a Be Cool Aluminum Radiator also. It works great, actually too good in the winter. I had to block off all but a 2"x2" square to get heat. __________________ 1972 Blazer body...need to get a thread started for the rest of the story

04-10-2005, 04:57 PM	#14
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,608	I have a 3 core in my blazer and a 4 core in my b.b. c/10 both are stock and work great... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

04-10-2005, 05:46 PM	#15
junkyardjohn Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: SOMERSET KY. Posts: 6,427	I ALWAYS USE FACTORY STYLE (MODINE REPLACEMENT) 4 CORE "DESERT COOLER" RADIATORS. I'VE HAD THEM IN 500 HP. BIG BLOCK TRUCKS WITH NO HEATING OR COOLING PROBLEMS AT ALL. JOHN __________________ junkyardjohn 69 1 TON TOW TRUCK // 84 4WD CUCV BLAZER// 85 1 TON 4WD STAKE TRUCK// 86 M1031 5/4 TON 4WD CUCV// ALOT OF OLD TRUCKS FOR ONE OLD MAN TO DRIVE. THERES ROOM FOR ALL OF GODS CREATURES RIGHT NEXT TO MY MASHED POTATOES// LIFE MEMBER OF P.E.T.A (PEOPLE EATING TASTY ANIMALS) DON'T RENT U-HAUL ALWAYS TELL THE TRUTH IT WILL AMAZE PART OF THE PEOPLE & ASTONISH THE REST

04-10-2005, 07:05 PM	#16
ckhd Registered User Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: St. Johns, Arizona Posts: 2,660	I have a Modine 4 core in my 'burb, cools great. The others have stock 33+ year old radiators, and don't cool so good. I suggest getting a modine. Fit well, works great. I bought a radiator from Checker (shuck's/kragen), and that thing was a pile, it was twisted, and it didn't cool very well. __________________ my 2¢ - t.i.o.l.i. Bowen 1968 K20 fleet 1969 K10 swb fleet 1972 K10 Suburban 1972 C10 lwb step 1992 K1500 'burb 1995 K2500 'burb 1997 C1500 'burb 1999 K1500 2000 K1500 'burb Why do I own so many Suburbans?

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