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Cheesewagon · 11-07-2004, 02:30 AM

Hi All, I picked up a new 4 core raditator for my old burb. It was my plan to reuse in my '72 Cheyenne when I put it back on the road in the near future.

But when I went to put it in the top and bottom rubber/ steel mounts will-not fit it. Is there such a thing as larger mounts? It had a 3 row in it to start with. And after putting in the heater core I see what you guys are talking about it being larger. But the it fit just fine with a little old yankee enginering.

I made new brackets for inside with large coat hangers that I threaded for 6/32 nuts on the end. Any help on this matter would be great.

Thanks much, Tom.

cableguy0 · 11-07-2004, 02:49 AM

yea there are two different mounts one for the 2 and 3 core and one set for the 4 core all of the vendor here on the board have em

Cheesewagon · 11-07-2004, 03:09 AM

Hey Thanks for the quick reply, and the info. I'll check the vendors to see.

cableguy0 · 11-07-2004, 03:37 AM

no problem also the rubbers are different too but both the brackets and the rubber bushings are fairly cheap

OhioDan · 11-07-2004, 04:49 AM

Mr. Cheesewagon sir. I have an extra set of 4 core top holddown brackets. Would you be interested? How's $5.00 plus shipping? Let me know.

**GMCPaul** · 11-07-2004, 07:53 AM

They've answered the problem correctly and until you get the 4 core upper & lower retainers & pads you can bend the engine side of your current retainers flat so that they will work to hold the radiator in place. When you remove your lower 3 core retainers you will need to bend the radiator support lip flat to install 4 core lower retainers in the support because they extend past the core supports lower rear lip.
GMCPaul

MOTHERTRUCKERS · 11-07-2004, 12:54 PM

They are still available at the dealer GM# 15502586 pad, 469850 upper retainer, 3901448 lower retainer.

Cheesewagon · 11-07-2004, 02:42 PM

Hey thanks guys!

Dan if I can't find them at the Dealer I'll PM you for your address. Paul if I buy from Dan I'll get the rest from you.

Thanks all for your quick replys. This board is like one big family, always helping each other out. And thank you Josh for making it possible!

11-07-2004, 02:30 AM	#1
Cheesewagon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Perrysburg, Ohio, USA Posts: 409	Raditator Problems! Hi All, I picked up a new 4 core raditator for my old burb. It was my plan to reuse in my '72 Cheyenne when I put it back on the road in the near future. But when I went to put it in the top and bottom rubber/ steel mounts will-not fit it. Is there such a thing as larger mounts? It had a 3 row in it to start with. And after putting in the heater core I see what you guys are talking about it being larger. But the it fit just fine with a little old yankee enginering. I made new brackets for inside with large coat hangers that I threaded for 6/32 nuts on the end. Any help on this matter would be great. Thanks much, Tom. __________________ '91 suburban 350 TBI - R 700 4 new daily driver '72 Cheyenne Super 49,000miles 350/350 frame up resto w/ matching numbers.

11-07-2004, 02:49 AM	#2
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,948	yea there are two different mounts one for the 2 and 3 core and one set for the 4 core all of the vendor here on the board have em __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

11-07-2004, 03:09 AM	#3
Cheesewagon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Perrysburg, Ohio, USA Posts: 409	Hey Thanks for the quick reply, and the info. I'll check the vendors to see. __________________ '91 suburban 350 TBI - R 700 4 new daily driver '72 Cheyenne Super 49,000miles 350/350 frame up resto w/ matching numbers.

11-07-2004, 03:37 AM	#4
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,948	no problem also the rubbers are different too but both the brackets and the rubber bushings are fairly cheap __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

11-07-2004, 04:49 AM	#5
OhioDan Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: New Carlisle, Ohio,USA Posts: 1,404	Mr. Cheesewagon sir. I have an extra set of 4 core top holddown brackets. Would you be interested? How's $5.00 plus shipping? Let me know. __________________ LIFE AIN'T EASY WHEN YER FAT AND GREASY! GMC= Got More Class! 1970 GMC LWB, Fleetside, 350/4spd, Flowmaster "40's", 2002 GMC 16" Rallies, cowl hood,and added a bunch of options that weren't there when I started.

11-07-2004, 07:53 AM	#6
GMCPaul Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2000 Location: Rockville,In. USA Posts: 3,722	They've answered the problem correctly and until you get the 4 core upper & lower retainers & pads you can bend the engine side of your current retainers flat so that they will work to hold the radiator in place. When you remove your lower 3 core retainers you will need to bend the radiator support lip flat to install 4 core lower retainers in the support because they extend past the core supports lower rear lip. GMCPaul __________________ Secure Online Catalog for-GMCPauls Truck Parts Email- GMCPAULS@GMAIL.COM

11-07-2004, 12:54 PM	#7
MOTHERTRUCKERS Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: BRADENTON FLA Posts: 3,269	They are still available at the dealer GM# 15502586 pad, 469850 upper retainer, 3901448 lower retainer. __________________ Rest in Peace Ed. Thanks for all the good times.

11-07-2004, 02:42 PM	#8
Cheesewagon Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Perrysburg, Ohio, USA Posts: 409	Hey thanks guys! Dan if I can't find them at the Dealer I'll PM you for your address. Paul if I buy from Dan I'll get the rest from you. Thanks all for your quick replys. This board is like one big family, always helping each other out. And thank you Josh for making it possible! __________________ '91 suburban 350 TBI - R 700 4 new daily driver '72 Cheyenne Super 49,000miles 350/350 frame up resto w/ matching numbers.

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