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BLAZERMAN · 04-09-2002, 05:09 PM

I have been checking websites and parts stores on 4 core radiators, they all list 2 different part numbers, one for 67 to 70 and another for 71-72, the later style seems to be a little more expensive. Does anyone know the difference and is one better than the other?

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72 Blazer CST, 2-1/2" skyjacker lift with 33x12.50 bfg's

71 Cheyenne K-20,4" tuff country lift with 36's.

69 Custom 30 long stepside 4" rancho lift 36" directional tires,14 bolt rear with detroit locker,dana 60 front with trac-loc

1987 k-5 blazer

2001 Intrepid

Longhorn Man · 04-09-2002, 06:56 PM

I think the '71/'72 had heater hose fittings on the radiator...There was only one I ever worked on, all the oters were '70 and older, but that '71 had it and the rad looked to be original.

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'69 G.M.C. 350/350. Trying to clean up the left over damage from the Dope-Smokin-Old-Man
I've been dubbed the Longhorn Freak/Fanatic/Expert, I just hope I can live up to it.
FINALLY got the HORNIAC...a '70 one ton Longhorn with a Pontiac 350/350 and lots of 'personality'. Check out The Longhorn Webite.
If you need a pic posted, E-mail me at longhornmail@yahoo.com
Andy, in Columbus Ohio

Andy4639 · 04-10-2002, 03:14 AM

I bought a 4 core for my 71 and it has no heater connections on it. It does have auto trans hook ups. I can't say for sure that the 71-72 models are better, but I would wonder if it would work with your core support, because they are different between these yrs. Just a thought! Hope this helps.

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Andy
71's Are for ever!!! or 67,68,69,70,72 http://geocities.com/chevy71tpi/main.html

*Fast68Chevy* · 04-10-2002, 05:23 AM

ask tem what the differences is, they all wil physically fit, just as 73-87 radiators wil and caprice, impala and other full size car radiators

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Randy- Lincoln, IL
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71 C-10, trying to assemble....sigh..
parting out 5.0LTPI '81 cutlass supreme brougham
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**Desert Rat** · 04-10-2002, 05:54 AM

When i dropped the Big Block in the 79 Blazer,i figured i use the radiator from the suburban with it,when it came time for installation it was too short. so i had to modify some brackets,drill my core support and use the truck upper hold down brackets on the 79 core support,guess i shouldnt of tossed the 79's radiator so fast,now ill jus buy one for a 79 big block 454 ac pickup,so i can use all correct parts.trying to make it look like a factory installation,as you couldnt get a big block in those year 2wd Blazer.but you could in pickup.

BLAZERMAN · 04-10-2002, 06:49 AM

One of the shops I called had a 72 style in stock I think I'll stop by today and take a look at it.

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72 Blazer CST, 2-1/2" skyjacker lift with 33x12.50 bfg's

71 Cheyenne K-20,4" tuff country lift with 36's.

69 Custom 30 long stepside 4" rancho lift 36" directional tires,14 bolt rear with detroit locker,dana 60 front with trac-loc

1987 k-5 blazer

2001 Intrepid

04-09-2002, 05:09 PM	#1
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,828	Radiator questions I have been checking websites and parts stores on 4 core radiators, they all list 2 different part numbers, one for 67 to 70 and another for 71-72, the later style seems to be a little more expensive. Does anyone know the difference and is one better than the other? ------------------ 72 Blazer CST, 2-1/2" skyjacker lift with 33x12.50 bfg's 71 Cheyenne K-20,4" tuff country lift with 36's. 69 Custom 30 long stepside 4" rancho lift 36" directional tires,14 bolt rear with detroit locker,dana 60 front with trac-loc 1987 k-5 blazer 2001 Intrepid __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

04-10-2002, 03:14 AM	#3
Andy4639 Old member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Liberty, & Garden City S.C. , U.S. Posts: 19,945	I bought a 4 core for my 71 and it has no heater connections on it. It does have auto trans hook ups. I can't say for sure that the 71-72 models are better, but I would wonder if it would work with your core support, because they are different between these yrs. Just a thought! Hope this helps. ------------------ Andy 71's Are for ever!!! or 67,68,69,70,72 http://geocities.com/chevy71tpi/main.html __________________ 1971 LWB Custom, 6.0LS & 4L80E, Speedhut.com GPS speedometer & gauges with A/C. 20" Boss 338's Grey wheels 4 wheel disc brakes. My Driver Seeing the USA in a 71 Upstate SC GM Truck Club 2013,14 and 2016 Hot Rod Pour Tour http://upstategmtrucks.com/ Get out and drive the truck this summer and have some fun! It sucks not being able to hear! LWB trucks rule, if you don't think so measure your SWB! After talking to tech support at Air Lift I have found out that the kit I need is 60811. Per the measurements I gave them. Ride height of truck inside spring and inside diameter of springs.

04-10-2002, 06:49 AM	#6
BLAZERMAN Currently Blazerless Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: St. Joseph Mo. Posts: 4,828	One of the shops I called had a 72 style in stock I think I'll stop by today and take a look at it. ------------------ 72 Blazer CST, 2-1/2" skyjacker lift with 33x12.50 bfg's 71 Cheyenne K-20,4" tuff country lift with 36's. 69 Custom 30 long stepside 4" rancho lift 36" directional tires,14 bolt rear with detroit locker,dana 60 front with trac-loc 1987 k-5 blazer 2001 Intrepid __________________ 1972 C/30 133" W.B. C&C 1970 GMC 3500 157" W.B. single wheel C&C

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04-09-2002, 06:56 PM	#2
Longhorn Man its all about the +6 inches Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Hilliard Ohio Posts: 2,690	I think the '71/'72 had heater hose fittings on the radiator...There was only one I ever worked on, all the oters were '70 and older, but that '71 had it and the rad looked to be original. ------------------ '69 G.M.C. 350/350. Trying to clean up the left over damage from the Dope-Smokin-Old-Man I've been dubbed the Longhorn Freak/Fanatic/Expert, I just hope I can live up to it. FINALLY got the HORNIAC...a '70 one ton Longhorn with a Pontiac 350/350 and lots of 'personality'. Check out The Longhorn Webite. If you need a pic posted, E-mail me at longhornmail@yahoo.com Andy, in Columbus Ohio

04-10-2002, 05:23 AM	#4
Fast68Chevy Account Suspended Join Date: May 2000 Location: IL Posts: 0	ask tem what the differences is, they all wil physically fit, just as 73-87 radiators wil and caprice, impala and other full size car radiators ------------------ Randy- Lincoln, IL r68c30@hotmail.com 71 C-10, trying to assemble....sigh.. parting out 5.0LTPI '81 cutlass supreme brougham *Paint is overrated © RSS Enterprises 2000

04-10-2002, 05:54 AM	#5
Desert Rat Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Darrington, Washington Posts: 3,963	When i dropped the Big Block in the 79 Blazer,i figured i use the radiator from the suburban with it,when it came time for installation it was too short. so i had to modify some brackets,drill my core support and use the truck upper hold down brackets on the 79 core support,guess i shouldnt of tossed the 79's radiator so fast,now ill jus buy one for a 79 big block 454 ac pickup,so i can use all correct parts.trying to make it look like a factory installation,as you couldnt get a big block in those year 2wd Blazer.but you could in pickup.



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