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Old 03-04-2015, 04:05 AM   #1
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New radiator needed, any suggestions

Hi, I need a new radiator for my 1987 350 Auto. Do you need any other info ?

Any suggestions of suppliers would be appreciated, will need them to be able to ship to Australia.

Went to a local repairer here in Perth and he quoted me $750.00 to Recore it.
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Old 03-04-2015, 08:42 AM   #2
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Re: New radiator needed, any suggestions

If looking for a direct fit summit has a brass unit . They also have some aluminum as well .

Dont know if summit ships over there or not or what the cost would be . If they still offer free shipping this would be a good option.


http://www.summitracing.com/parts/pl...olet/model/r10 . Measure yours to confirm fit .
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Old 03-04-2015, 09:53 AM   #3
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Re: New radiator needed, any suggestions

I have just had a look at ROCKAUTO and have seen the 'Spectra" brand radiators.
The core material is Aluminum with plastic tanks, are these a good option ?

Has anyone used these in their trucks ?
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Old 03-04-2015, 11:08 AM   #4
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Re: New radiator needed, any suggestions

I've never used one, but I sell/warranty the crap out of them....


I really dislike what has happened to quality parts in America (or anywhere else for that matter). Radiators were one of the first victims of the crap-wave of junk. The only good thing about them, is that they are so cheap, you can replace them 3-4 times before getting to what a quality radiator would cost...
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Old 03-04-2015, 04:51 PM   #5
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Re: New radiator needed, any suggestions

I bought a Champion all aluminum radiator for my 78 454 suburban. Great price and a really nice piece for being made in China. No plastic tanks to fail (which they will). I have had it a year and so far no problems, temp actually seems to be lower then with the original Harrison brass radiator.

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Old 03-04-2015, 07:04 PM   #6
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Re: New radiator needed, any suggestions

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I have just had a look at ROCKAUTO and have seen the 'Spectra" brand radiators.
The core material is Aluminum with plastic tanks, are these a good option ?

Has anyone used these in their trucks ?
I've got one in the 78,replaced it once but that was punctured from the front.
I've heard they freeze/pop easier then all copper ,
,using the spectra gas tank/float too, no probs, made in Canada.
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Old 03-06-2015, 03:57 PM   #7
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Re: New radiator needed, any suggestions

I can ship to OZ
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