Radiator support from LMC? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Shaky · 05-30-2011, 02:29 PM

Radiator supports are few and far between around here. Has anyone used the one offered by LMC?

It seems reasonably priced - but that's not always a good thing...

chillware · 06-01-2011, 04:20 PM

Haven't seen the one from LMC, but I'd check on eBay first, you'll find better deals.. I'm a firm believer in all the repro parts come from the same 1 or 2 manufacturers out there, LMC doesn't make those parts, they all buy from the same place and resell..

Here's an original:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/60-66...Q5fAccessories

Or a repro:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/RADIA...Q5fAccessories

markeb01 · 06-01-2011, 04:36 PM

One disadvantage I can see using an original is the amount of potential rust in the lower pockets where the mounting bolts go. Some of these are in pretty bad shape. The trade off being a lot of the imported sheet metal parts don’t fit very well. Hopefully someone that has actually installed one will lend some input. Fyi Chevy Duty also sells the same panel as LMC for the same price ($149.95), and I’ve always been very happy with their service:

http://www.classicparts.com/1960-66-...ctinfo/78-523/

*72lb4x4* · 06-01-2011, 04:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chillware

Haven't seen the one from LMC, but I'd check on eBay first, you'll find better deals.. I'm a firm believer in all the repro parts come from the same 1 or 2 manufacturers out there, LMC doesn't make those parts, they all buy from the same place and resell..

This is pretty much how I look at it. I try to buy stuff from out of state, but nearby. If I'm paying shipping, I try not to pay tax.

LMC doesn't have the best reputation here, but it seems to be the place all the newbies buy from. For a while.

Shaky · 06-01-2011, 07:01 PM

Thanks for the input. After shipping, rust repair (if needed), sandblasting, and paint - a used one starts to add up.

But if the aftermarket one doesn't fit right, that brings on a whole new set of issues...

TopFuel1966 · 06-01-2011, 09:15 PM

I used one on my truck b/c the original was rusted out at the bottom. It looks like a mirror image of the oem and there were no fitment problems.

mater63 · 06-01-2011, 11:23 PM

LMC sucks

**pdxhall** · 06-02-2011, 02:27 AM

Top fuel, who'd you buy it from?

64fleetside · 06-02-2011, 10:58 AM

I used one from Classic Parts of Amer., it fit OK-the only issue was a little gap at the top fender bolts that go in from the side under the wheelwell, shims worked out fine there.

Shaky · 06-03-2011, 03:26 PM

OK - I ordered one up from Classic Parts. I didn't realize their website was so extensive.

I hope it fits...

**Clyde65** · 06-03-2011, 04:10 PM

If it doesnt call them asap, they have real good customer service and will work with you.

*lakeroadster* · 06-03-2011, 05:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mater63

LMC sucks

Amen ...

Good call going with Classic Parts

05-30-2011, 02:29 PM	#1
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Radiator support from LMC? Radiator supports are few and far between around here. Has anyone used the one offered by LMC? It seems reasonably priced - but that's not always a good thing... __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

06-01-2011, 04:20 PM	#2
chillware Registered User Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Roseville, CA Posts: 247	Re: Radiator support from LMC? Haven't seen the one from LMC, but I'd check on eBay first, you'll find better deals.. I'm a firm believer in all the repro parts come from the same 1 or 2 manufacturers out there, LMC doesn't make those parts, they all buy from the same place and resell.. Here's an original: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/60-66...Q5fAccessories Or a repro: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/RADIA...Q5fAccessories __________________ My build thread: '66 Chevy

06-01-2011, 04:36 PM	#3
markeb01 Senior Enthusiast Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Spokane Valley, WA Posts: 8,356	Re: Radiator support from LMC? One disadvantage I can see using an original is the amount of potential rust in the lower pockets where the mounting bolts go. Some of these are in pretty bad shape. The trade off being a lot of the imported sheet metal parts don’t fit very well. Hopefully someone that has actually installed one will lend some input. Fyi Chevy Duty also sells the same panel as LMC for the same price ($149.95), and I’ve always been very happy with their service: http://www.classicparts.com/1960-66-...ctinfo/78-523/

06-01-2011, 07:01 PM	#5
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Re: Radiator support from LMC? Thanks for the input. After shipping, rust repair (if needed), sandblasting, and paint - a used one starts to add up. But if the aftermarket one doesn't fit right, that brings on a whole new set of issues... __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

06-01-2011, 09:15 PM	#6
TopFuel1966 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Menifee, CA Posts: 471	Re: Radiator support from LMC? I used one on my truck b/c the original was rusted out at the bottom. It looks like a mirror image of the oem and there were no fitment problems.

06-01-2011, 11:23 PM	#7
mater63 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: seymour in Posts: 76	Re: Radiator support from LMC? LMC sucks

06-02-2011, 02:27 AM	#8
pdxhall Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 2,085	Re: Radiator support from LMC? Top fuel, who'd you buy it from?

06-02-2011, 10:58 AM	#9
64fleetside Registered User Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: arkieland Posts: 1,070	Re: Radiator support from LMC? I used one from Classic Parts of Amer., it fit OK-the only issue was a little gap at the top fender bolts that go in from the side under the wheelwell, shims worked out fine there.

06-03-2011, 03:26 PM	#10
Shaky Six in a row makes it go... Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vacationland: Maine Posts: 1,346	Re: Radiator support from LMC? OK - I ordered one up from Classic Parts. I didn't realize their website was so extensive. I hope it fits... __________________ 67 C20 long step resto: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342086 66 C10 long step build: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post3814790 CT to Alaska in a 67 C10: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399224 “The height of sophistication is simplicity." - Clare Boothe Luce

06-03-2011, 04:10 PM	#11
Clyde65 1965 Chevy C10, 2005 4.8L/4l60 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: DFW Texas Posts: 8,546	Re: Radiator support from LMC? If it doesnt call them asap, they have real good customer service and will work with you. __________________ Clyde65 Rebuild of Clyde http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post8338184 69 Aristocrat Lo Liner build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...84#post7561684 *support our troops!*

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