Looking for NEW radiator

[XXL]

I'm looking for a radiator for 67-72 truck. I'd like NEW and 3 or 4 core with trans cooler connections.

And, I've currently got 2 core in the truck so I believe I will need new top brackets, or maybe just new top and bottom rubber (???). If so, I'll be looking for those as well since I've got 6-cyl 2-core in there now.

Please PM with price shipped to 02081. Also please let me know what kind of warranty the radiator has, and any other things about it you think I should know.

Thanks in advance,

Kenneth

[stelth2002]

I have one that i bought. It was from a local radiator place and has the spots for the tranny cooler. I bought two thinking i would use both of them, i used one in my 67 and the 72 didnt need one. Soo here it is. Its a new 3 core. Dont know what shipping would be. Ill have to find a box and crap, i can if you interested. 160+ shipping.

[XXL]

anyone else? vendors???

[Classic Heartbeat]

pm sent.... WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

[400ex]

Well, I recently purchased a 4 core from O'Reilly Auto Parts for $210. Didn't have a '71 so I just replaced it with a '72. Looked like it was good quality, not some piece of s*@t. Fit perfectly except for one thing. You might have to change the routing of the heater hose from the radiator (old one) to the top of the water pump (no fitting on new radiator to accomodate the heater hose). But this was no big deal.

James

[bouncytruck]

Radiator.com has new 4 cores for around $150 with a lifetime warrenty. You'll need new upper and lower brackets & pads to step up to the 4 core. I just bought a new 4 core and I'm painted the new brackets last night. The brackets and pads were around $70 with WA sales tax & I bought them at PickupsNW which is just up the road from me so I didn't pay any shipping. I think you can get the brackets cheaper elseware. I bought the radiator from my father (owns a auto parts store in Oregon and his cost was the same as Radiator.com). It is a Go/Dan radiator.

[XXL]

Originally posted by bouncytruck
Radiator.com has new 4 cores for around $150 with a lifetime warrenty.

On their site now... funny, this was one of their comments--

The the 69 C-10 came in 1/2 ton, 3/4 and 1 ton, and each had both a 17" and a 19" radiator stock. We have a 1 row, 2 row, 3 row, or 4 row, of either plastic/ aluminum construction or all copper/ brass. We have top of the line brand new or cheap recored. Some are not interchangeable and depend on the specs of your truck and whether or not you tow, but you do have a few choices. Your best bet is probably to speak with George our chevy tech-- he can go over your options with you and make sure you get a radiator that fits and has the cooling capacity you need without paying any more than you have to. He's on the phone right now, but I can have him call you back in two minutes if you'd like. What's your phone number?.....

I never realized the C-10 came in 3/4 and 1 ton versions. Wow! Anyway, I'm working on a quote from them. We'll see. Thanks for the link.

Kenneth

[XXL]

Originally posted by bouncytruck
Radiator.com

Wow! Here is the rest of the conversation, verbatim (read it from the bottom to the top, it follows the quote I posted just a minute ago in this thread)... it really made me fell like opening up my wallet *cough cough* Did I miss something? Was I talking to an avatar that didn't understand what I said?

Radiator Expert: Thank you. Just in case you didn't know, we've been doing this for twenty years now. We'll always be here if you need us whether you buy a radiator or just want free advice! Bye.

You: brass/copper, 3 core, 19", and A/T cooler line connections.

[bouncytruck]

That is one reason I decided to get the radiator from my father - I knew he'd get me the right one. I had radiator.com call me and the guy confirmed that it was a 4 core for $150ish. On their first site, I put in years 69-72 and got a different price each time. I know there are seveal board members who have purchased radiators from them,, someone should be able tell you if they got the right thing...

[sneezys72]

Got 1 on ebay about a month ago. From radiator doctor. Paid 158.00ish including shipping for a 4 core. Had it the next day. If you have a 2 core, I believe the retainers are the same as a 3 core. If you go with a 4 core, the retainers are different (both upper and lower). Got mine from Wes on this board. He will do you right. Lifetime warranty on radiator.

[Bernie]

I got mine, a new 4 core, from radiator.com. Somewhere around $150 or so as I remember. Someone, I thought Wes, but I might be wrong, posted a recipe of what to ask for to get the best price. If you do a search on radiator.com you can probably find it. On the other hand, it was noted that for around the same price it is possible to get a new radiator from your local parts store.

[XXL]

Originally posted by Bernie
I got mine, a new 4 core, from radiator.com. Somewhere around $150 or so as I remember. Someone, I thought Wes, but I might be wrong, posted a recipe of what to ask for to get the best price.

I've tried the web site "attendant" now 3 times and it always asks for my phone number, then tells me I need to call them.

So I finally gave in and called them a few minutes ago...

"$179 with lifetime warranty for the _3_ core"
"$25 shipping, because they are in limited supply" (whatever that means)

and when I mentioned that several people on this board said they bought for $150 he said...

"We've NEVER sold this radiator for $150, and the 4 core has NEVER been less than $200"

and then told me that if I wanted it with only a 1 year warranty, he'd sell it to me for $150. Hmmm... NEVER (unless I buy, at which point he can't say NEVER again).

In any case, I think I'm still looking. Anyone else out there???

Thanks,

Kenneth

[stelth2002]

I can let mine go for 150 and i think it has a lifetime warrenty. Ill look if you interested?

[da-burb]

I found a 4 core on the web for 166.88 with lifetime warranty and free shipping. www.radiatorbarn.com They don't have a big block listed in their engine choices, but 350 with A/C got you the 4 core.

[XXL]

Originally posted by da-burb
I found a 4 core on the web for 166.88 with lifetime warranty and free shipping. www.radiatorbarn.com They don't have a big block listed in their engine choices, but 350 with A/C got you the 4 core.

Got it. $166.88 shipped for the 4 core and it's on its way. Thanks! Now I'm going to hunt down some brackets since mine won't fit the bigger radiator.

Kenneth

[da-burb]

let me know what you think of it when it arrives. I have 2 of them to order soon.

[XXL]

Originally posted by da-burb
let me know what you think of it when it arrives. I have 2 of them to order soon.

Will do. Thanks,

Kenneth

[Class of 69]

I got a 396 option under 69 c/k series. with A/C gets a 4 core too. Probably the same one Ken, as the description, and price are the same. I too, will be looking for your satisfaction report,cause I will have a 396 to put in mine soon!!!

[krazy_texan]

do what i am doing, buy a 4 core griffin radiator from jegs my uncle has one in his 55 belair and he loves it

[XXL]

It's here! It came yesterday (6-26, ordered 6-23). It was boxed well and came out without a scratch, dent, or ding. All the vanes are straight too. It looks solid and the welds are very clean. I won't be able to install it until I can wrangle up some 4-row brackets and rubber. anyone got any spares??

Obviously it has to actually work, but based on my first impression, I'd say www.radiatorbarn.com did well.

Kenneth

[da-burb]

great to hear!