Radiator

[55Cameo]

Originally Posted by vjjack04

Also, I have been looking at this too long and want to ensure that my radiator support is in the correct location - look at the pictures - this is right, right? I noticed that it could go in the holes forward on the frame as well....

Right now you have them in the stock V8 location. Mine are actually in the next set of holes up for more clearance. These are the best pics I have. Notice how mine are in front of the cross member rivets

[vjjack04]

Originally Posted by 55Cameo

My radiator has the same consistent gap from the top to bottom on the core support. I remember this when setting it up making sure it wouldn't rub on the core

So, I can use the first set of holes on the frame and the fender wells and all other stuff will bolt up correctly...?
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[55Cameo]

Yes sir. It makes no changes to the parts. The front all bolts together with the Upper and lower grill valance's and hood latch support. The core can move freely and can in the 2 locations as needed. In the stock V8 location they just make a filler piece from the hood latch support to the core support. I found a random pic from the net showing the V8 filler panel on top


In the picture of my truck here you can see I have mine far forward and if you look closely on the driver inner fender well you can see the other hole the core can move back too

[vjjack04]

Originally Posted by 55Cameo

Yes sir. It makes no changes to the parts. The front all bolts together with the Upper and lower grill valance's and hood latch support. The core can move freely and can in the 2 locations as needed. In the stock V8 location they just make a filler piece from the hood latch support to the core support. I found a random pic from the net showing the V8 filler panel on top


In the picture of my truck here you can see I have mine far forward and if you look closely on the driver inner fender well you can see the other hole the core can move back too

Cameo, thanks. This really helps a bunch. I do appreciate this info and the time you took to explain, with pictures....
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[55Cameo]

Yeah no prob man. Always glad to help.I still need to take you up on your offer and come check out that truck of yours

[vjjack04]

Originally Posted by 55Cameo

Yeah no prob man. Always glad to help.I still need to take you up on your offer and come check out that truck of yours

Yep, and maybe you would have other good bits of advice...thanks again.

[55Cameo]

Yeah for sure, be great to bounce ideas off each other about the trucks. I have some PTO at worked I haven't used, could make a small road trip with the wife up there. I'll hit you up and make some plans one soon

[vjjack04]

Originally Posted by 55Cameo

Yeah for sure, be great to bounce ideas off each other about the trucks. I have some PTO at worked I haven't used, could make a small road trip with the wife up there. I'll hit you up and make some plans one soon

Sure, let me know. I am home most weekends and some Fridays.
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[vjjack04]

Originally Posted by G&R's57GMC

I'm using a 2000 Camero Rad and fan set up and a 5.3 L

Makes for a tight package. Simple upper mount, small cut on core support bracket, light weight and inexpensive. All new way cheaper then aftermarket hot rod parts. Fan assembly $165, rad. $180.

G&R what size radiator is that?