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Old 01-16-2015, 06:25 PM   #1
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Different Year model Rad Swap Question

I was trying to find some info on people who swapped different year model radiators in their 60-66 C10s. I'm looking to replace mine with one who's top would be level with the top of the rad support... Similar to the 67-72 C10 radiator fitment. The only one else I had seen was a 1st gen Camaro rad on a LS swap on this site, but I can't find that link again.

Has anyone else looked into doing the same thing?

I assume a 67-72 rad with the same formed hoses would work for a 60-66. Would I be wrong?
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Old 01-16-2015, 08:59 PM   #2
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Re: Different Year model Rad Swap Question

The 67 to 72 radiator is about 8" wider and will not go in it. You could have one built to do what you want.
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Old 01-18-2015, 12:29 AM   #3
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Re: Different Year model Rad Swap Question

I am using a 67-69 Camaro radiator in my LS swap. I chose to use it because it fits better and looks more natural in my opinion. It is a few inches wider than stock, but a few inches shorter. It fits between the inner fenders with about 1/2" to spare on each side. Once mounted, it will sit flush with the top of the core support instead of 4" above it. Also once I mount it, it will be about 2" above the frame rails allowing me to connect the lower hose.

For mounting, I will be welding small tabs on that 1" space in the core support. I will be bolting directly to it with a rubber washer for dampening the vibration.




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