Radiator purchase question - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

eyebuzz · 11-23-2010, 01:55 PM

Hello all,

Looking for a 4 row radiator around $200. C20 1972 Suburban 350 - Questions:

1) various online sources show the radiator with the transmission lines (good) but don't show my set up with a heater hose running out/in near the top (see photo below) - The truck has A/C - Is this set up very unusual?

2) Anyone get a radiator recently with this set up - suggestions on where to buy? Or any other issues (did your transmission lines line up correctly?)

Thanks,
Tim

eagleuh1 · 11-23-2010, 02:28 PM

I just put a new Spectra Premium 4 core radiator that AutoZone in Pheonix had one in stock. It was 194 +tax. Never seen one with a heater hose coming out of it though. Should be no reason you can't plumb your intake with the fitting to allow it to be run there like normal, With the other fitting in the water pump.

eagleuh1 · 11-23-2010, 02:39 PM

My tranny lines matched up. The radiator was an exact copy of the original except for the reinforcing brace on top and bottom were as wide as the core. This threw my homemade electric fan shroud back about 1", but that won't be a problem with a stock shroud, since it mounts to the mounting brackets. On second look at your pick, you'd end up having to trim the plastic shroud to fit at the top and probably at bottom.

kq4pc · 11-23-2010, 02:42 PM

Tought i would put my 2 cents in.i just bought a slightly used 4 core.had the heater connection,also the bottom raditor hose connector is slightly turned up.never seen this before. Bobby

**yote1234** · 11-23-2010, 02:43 PM

yes sir! mine has that port on the radiator. its factory that way.i had mine rebuilt in phx...

ChevLoRay · 11-23-2010, 02:43 PM

Got mine for a buck and a quarter....4-row core with AT cooler and connections. Of course, I cross-threaded the upper one but I can fix it, now that it is back out and in the garage. Got mine at a radiator shop.

**70C10Toejam** · 11-23-2010, 06:37 PM

That heater connection wasn't covered but is visible in the pics. Sources and prices were discussed here...
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eyebuzz · 11-23-2010, 09:05 PM

Thanks all!

I'm ordering one from O'Reilly. Unfortunately they can't help me with the heater hose attachment - I gave them a call and they were really nice, the woman spent a lot of time looking at books but just couldn't located it. So I'm switching the heater hose to the water pump. BTW great price and free shipping (and no tax for me in NY) - $179 for 4 row all metal construction radiator shipped to my door.

Since it cost nothing to ask...I'm asking - anyone see any issue with connecting the hose to the pump (see photo)? Looks like I'll need a slightly longer heater hose fitting to clear the arm on the water pump/AC...but those seem readily available.

Hubscrub · 11-23-2010, 10:23 PM

i just put a rad. in my wife's 67 project bought from advance for around $200 4 core, auto and yes it has the heater hose att. on the radiator

**70C10Toejam** · 11-23-2010, 10:30 PM

You should have no prob. moving the heater hose, prob. find the fitting in the "Help" section. Just checked Oreilly's site, and seems they changed brands, from Ready-Rad to Murray and you can't tell from the pic. Would think the one for AC would have the fitting (why else would there be a difference). Just wait until you get the rad. And even have them open it (if shipped to store) just to check for damage. And of course see if it has the fitting.

eagleuh1 · 11-24-2010, 10:00 AM

What years had the heater hose to the radiator? I've never seen one like this.

eyebuzz · 11-24-2010, 10:52 AM

Mine's a '72 - "custom deluxe" with ac.

11-23-2010, 01:55 PM	#1
eyebuzz Licensed driver Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Tarrytown, NY Posts: 161	Radiator purchase question Hello all, Looking for a 4 row radiator around $200. C20 1972 Suburban 350 - Questions: 1) various online sources show the radiator with the transmission lines (good) but don't show my set up with a heater hose running out/in near the top (see photo below) - The truck has A/C - Is this set up very unusual? 2) Anyone get a radiator recently with this set up - suggestions on where to buy? Or any other issues (did your transmission lines line up correctly?) Thanks, Tim Last edited by eyebuzz; 11-23-2010 at 01:56 PM.

11-23-2010, 02:28 PM	#2
eagleuh1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Russellville, Arkansas Posts: 1,699	Re: Radiator purchase question I just put a new Spectra Premium 4 core radiator that AutoZone in Pheonix had one in stock. It was 194 +tax. Never seen one with a heater hose coming out of it though. Should be no reason you can't plumb your intake with the fitting to allow it to be run there like normal, With the other fitting in the water pump.

11-23-2010, 02:39 PM	#3
eagleuh1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Russellville, Arkansas Posts: 1,699	Re: Radiator purchase question My tranny lines matched up. The radiator was an exact copy of the original except for the reinforcing brace on top and bottom were as wide as the core. This threw my homemade electric fan shroud back about 1", but that won't be a problem with a stock shroud, since it mounts to the mounting brackets. On second look at your pick, you'd end up having to trim the plastic shroud to fit at the top and probably at bottom.

11-23-2010, 02:42 PM	#4
kq4pc Registered User Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: lebanon tn. Posts: 96	Re: Radiator purchase question Tought i would put my 2 cents in.i just bought a slightly used 4 core.had the heater connection,also the bottom raditor hose connector is slightly turned up.never seen this before. Bobby __________________ 36 master 36 master delux coupe,6cly,3sp. 58 impala,348 3 duces,4 sp. 56 belair,302,4sp,12 bolt. 2000 silverado,5.3 auto. 65 foo foo rd,352 auto,for sale

11-23-2010, 02:43 PM	#5
yote1234 Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Gold Canyon Arizona Posts: 4,407	Re: Radiator purchase question yes sir! mine has that port on the radiator. its factory that way.i had mine rebuilt in phx... __________________ 1971 K5 CST Blazer 1965 Chevelle Malibu 283 (sadly sold) 1968 Camaro 327 1968 Honda mini-trail z50a #377 1966 uh 1-D Huey

11-23-2010, 02:43 PM	#6
ChevLoRay Old Skool Club Join Date: Jun 2001 Location: Benton, AR "The Heart of Arkansas" Posts: 10,880	Re: Radiator purchase question Got mine for a buck and a quarter....4-row core with AT cooler and connections. Of course, I cross-threaded the upper one but I can fix it, now that it is back out and in the garage. Got mine at a radiator shop. __________________ Member Nr. 2770 '96 GMC Sportside; 4.3/SLT - Daily driven....constantly needs washed. '69 C-10 SWB; 350/TH400 - in limbo The older I get, the better I was. Last edited by ChevLoRay; 11-23-2010 at 02:43 PM.

11-23-2010, 06:37 PM	#7
70C10Toejam Hellasick Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Death Moans, IA Posts: 876	Re: Radiator purchase question That heater connection wasn't covered but is visible in the pics. Sources and prices were discussed here... radiators __________________ I keep two MAGNUMS in my desk. One's a gun, and I keep it loaded. The other's a bottle and it keeps ME loaded. I'm Tracer Bullet. (Calvin and Hobbes) This life was a test. It was only a test. If this had been an actual life, you would have received instructions on where to go and what to do. RED meat is not bad for you...FUZZY BLUE/GREEN MEAT is bad for you!!!!!!!!!!!!! BUILT FORD TOUGH WITH CHEVY STUFF--sticker at Goodguys Last edited by 70C10Toejam; 11-23-2010 at 06:40 PM.

11-23-2010, 09:05 PM	#8
eyebuzz Licensed driver Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Tarrytown, NY Posts: 161	Re: Radiator purchase question Thanks all! I'm ordering one from O'Reilly. Unfortunately they can't help me with the heater hose attachment - I gave them a call and they were really nice, the woman spent a lot of time looking at books but just couldn't located it. So I'm switching the heater hose to the water pump. BTW great price and free shipping (and no tax for me in NY) - $179 for 4 row all metal construction radiator shipped to my door. Since it cost nothing to ask...I'm asking - anyone see any issue with connecting the hose to the pump (see photo)? Looks like I'll need a slightly longer heater hose fitting to clear the arm on the water pump/AC...but those seem readily available. Last edited by eyebuzz; 11-23-2010 at 09:06 PM. Reason: mis-spelling

11-23-2010, 10:23 PM	#9
Hubscrub Cruzin Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: on the road Posts: 2,835	Re: Radiator purchase question i just put a rad. in my wife's 67 project bought from advance for around $200 4 core, auto and yes it has the heater hose att. on the radiator Attached Images __________________ Lime Wife's 67https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...wZEMODaS2d94u8 Back to the Fifties 59 https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=...NAeStpydfrcj_U Proverbs 3:5,6 "Thanks to the Interstate Highway System, it is now possible to travel across the country from coast to coast without seeing anything."Charles Kuralt In memory of our first baby daughter, daddy and mommy love you. Danica Grace 6/26/14 Last edited by Hubscrub; 11-23-2010 at 10:29 PM.

11-23-2010, 10:30 PM	#10
70C10Toejam Hellasick Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Death Moans, IA Posts: 876	Re: Radiator purchase question You should have no prob. moving the heater hose, prob. find the fitting in the "Help" section. Just checked Oreilly's site, and seems they changed brands, from Ready-Rad to Murray and you can't tell from the pic. Would think the one for AC would have the fitting (why else would there be a difference). Just wait until you get the rad. And even have them open it (if shipped to store) just to check for damage. And of course see if it has the fitting. __________________ I keep two MAGNUMS in my desk. One's a gun, and I keep it loaded. The other's a bottle and it keeps ME loaded. I'm Tracer Bullet. (Calvin and Hobbes) This life was a test. It was only a test. If this had been an actual life, you would have received instructions on where to go and what to do. RED meat is not bad for you...FUZZY BLUE/GREEN MEAT is bad for you!!!!!!!!!!!!! BUILT FORD TOUGH WITH CHEVY STUFF--sticker at Goodguys Last edited by 70C10Toejam; 11-23-2010 at 10:30 PM.

11-24-2010, 10:00 AM	#11
eagleuh1 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Russellville, Arkansas Posts: 1,699	Re: Radiator purchase question What years had the heater hose to the radiator? I've never seen one like this.

11-24-2010, 10:52 AM	#12
eyebuzz Licensed driver Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Tarrytown, NY Posts: 161	Re: Radiator purchase question Mine's a '72 - "custom deluxe" with ac.

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