Difference between three core and four core - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

theslawdawg · 08-24-2010, 04:35 PM

Hey everyone,

I'm going to replace my two core radiator. I know moving up to three core is a good upgrade but is there a big difference between three core and four core?

I'm moving to San Diego and I don't do much towing or hauling with my truck. I just use it mainly for commuting each day.

Thanks for the advice.

C10 Longbed, 350 Engine

huero · 08-24-2010, 04:51 PM

There is more than just the number of rows. Be careful, some 3 rows are more effeciant then 4 rows. They can cool just as good.

68gmsee · 08-24-2010, 05:02 PM

^ I agree with above. Lots of other factors involved including the material it's made of.

Some years back I went from a 2 row to 3 row with no change on the engine temp. Basically it was already at it's maximum cooling capability. Just make sure you have a good water pump, fan, overflow container, etc.

Hottrucks · 08-24-2010, 05:30 PM

a 3 core cools my 500 caddy just fine

08-24-2010, 04:35 PM	#1
theslawdawg Registered User Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: VA Beach, VA Posts: 67	Difference between three core and four core Hey everyone, I'm going to replace my two core radiator. I know moving up to three core is a good upgrade but is there a big difference between three core and four core? I'm moving to San Diego and I don't do much towing or hauling with my truck. I just use it mainly for commuting each day. Thanks for the advice. C10 Longbed, 350 Engine __________________ 1972 Chevy C10

08-24-2010, 04:51 PM	#2
huero 1969 Short, Fleet, and Beat Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Long Beach, Ca. Posts: 867	Re: Difference between three core and four core There is more than just the number of rows. Be careful, some 3 rows are more effeciant then 4 rows. They can cool just as good.

08-24-2010, 05:02 PM	#3
68gmsee Active Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Centrally located between Houston, Austin and Waco. BCS area. Posts: 7,947	Re: Difference between three core and four core ^ I agree with above. Lots of other factors involved including the material it's made of. Some years back I went from a 2 row to 3 row with no change on the engine temp. Basically it was already at it's maximum cooling capability. Just make sure you have a good water pump, fan, overflow container, etc.

08-24-2010, 05:30 PM	#4
Hottrucks Redefining LowBudget Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: lebanon Cow Hampshire Posts: 4,538	Re: Difference between three core and four core a 3 core cools my 500 caddy just fine __________________ 1970 C10 CST fleetside 472 ....big dreams little cash... http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335721 SunShine Syndicate.. Mikes Sandwich Fair Run OCT 8th 2011 http://www.thesandwichfair.com/html/...auto_show.html



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