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shawnt · 05-11-2010, 03:16 PM

Well.. i was emailed pictures today of my 496. The short block is assembled! Now all i'm waiting on is to get home from Iraq and finish it up. I was looking for an aluminum radiator and i remember someone saying they had one cutom built but i could find the thread

. I still have alot left to buy so this is going to take a while. lol. I don't know how to post pics or i would. sorry

Shawn

noonzor · 05-11-2010, 04:54 PM

theres a guy that makes custom rads and sells them on ebay. ebay is blocked on my work computer so i cant link ya to it. but thats where im getting mine. might be worth checkin out.

hope you make it home safe and soon!

Jacfourteen · 05-11-2010, 05:27 PM

The guy's ebay name is entropytec and he builds all his rads himself. I got mine for about $250 shipped and I love it. He even sells them with a e-fan setup that is real reasonable in price.

shawnt · 05-12-2010, 01:45 PM

I found an all aluminum 3 row radiator on ebay for $211 shipped.. Not sure about it though, im about to look at the person you guys said. Thanks!

Shawn

shawnt · 05-12-2010, 01:51 PM

Well i looked and the only one i found for my 85 is with the twin fans.. i can't swing that price ATM.. not with everything else i have left to buy. I have fans already anyway. Thanks for the resource though fellas :thumbsup:

Shawn

shawnt · 05-14-2010, 01:12 PM

You mean to tell me not one other person on this forum knows where to get an aluminum radiator for a reasonable price? .....

Shawn

jgreene0717 · 05-14-2010, 02:06 PM

I was unable to find a reasonable price on an aluminum radiator. I just bought a 4 row brass radiator @ Orielly auto parts and it fit and cools great on my BBC.

shawnt · 05-14-2010, 02:37 PM

I found the one on ebay but i aint to thrilled about helping chinas economy..
I guess i could search junkyard after junkyard until i find something...
Dunno.. im getting real tired of this 496 though and have never even touched it in person... it's sad when you give business to people and refer more business for people and they dont wanna do anything to show you they appreciate it. sorry for the rant.

Shawn

ripdog28 · 05-14-2010, 10:53 PM

Shawnt, I got an Alum rad from JEGS (Their brand) 31x19 duel core 1in pipe. like $180 then got 2 Flex-a-lite fans for under $200.

shawnt · 05-15-2010, 05:36 AM

Thanks rip.. i'll look into that!

Shawn

Jacfourteen · 05-15-2010, 12:21 PM

Sorry I didn't notice that you have a square body, I bought mine from entropytec for a 68. I would stay away from that 3 core, because those are 1/2" rows so it is only as thick as a stock 3 core. I'd look into the one ripdog suggested, that looks like a good deal.

68racer · 05-15-2010, 04:22 PM

I use an AFCO bolt in radiator in my '68.

You will get better prices on ebay.

http://www.afabcorp.com/AFCO_Dynatec...chevy-full-rad

dan76 · 05-15-2010, 04:33 PM

Suggest when you return, talk with NAPA, Autozone or your local equivalent. With a part like a radiator, I prefer to know the person/shop it's ordered from particularly if you have a problem with fitment or a warranty issue. I recently picked up a new rad from NAPA and got exactly what I wanted...with a lifetime warranty and a military discount.

Stay safe....let us know when you return.

cableguy0 · 05-15-2010, 04:42 PM

Other than wanting a shiny part. Theres really no reason a stock 4 core wont work for ya. It will cool plenty good and it will fit.

hotrod 80 · 05-15-2010, 04:49 PM

I found one for ya . Not sure on the country of origin , but you can alway inquire . It's like $190ish shipped .
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MEWAX:IT

GASoline71 · 05-15-2010, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shawnt

I found the one on ebay but i aint to thrilled about helping chinas economy...

Shawn

Sorry bud... but you help out more than you know with prolly more than half of the stuff you normally buy. No gettin' around it much anymore.

I got my aluminum radiator off of ebay... about 200 bucks.

Gary

shawnt · 05-16-2010, 10:42 AM

I know the stock 4 core will work.. but im trying to cut weight as much as possible on the front end.
Hotrod_80... i like that radiator.. i might have to just get one from china but the stuff better work!
I'll talk to the peolpe at Oreilly when i get home if i havent already got one. The only radiator i have right now is for a 4.3L v6 and that didnt really cool my 355.
Thanks for the replies!

Shawn

Moostifer · 05-17-2010, 04:19 PM

Shawn, didn't read the whole thread, but try Day Motorsports in Tyler, they have several alum radiators starting at 160.00... yeah, I know, it's circle track stuff, but your truck wont know the diff!

ripdog28 · 05-17-2010, 05:32 PM

Shawnt, we still dont have the specs on the engine. Heads, cam, rotating assy.

shawnt · 05-19-2010, 02:54 PM

oh sorry rip! lol

496, 2 bolt main
Scat crank and rods
SRP 18cc pistons
CNC Brodix race rite oval 270's with 115cc chambers
eddy rpm air gap intake
holley 1050 dominator (only one i have)
cam will be a custom hydraulic roller specs are 244/252@.050 with .665/.665 lift
3600-3800 converter
Either a th400 or th350 trans, have stall for both
373 rear gear
Hoping to make around 350 hp to the flywheel

Shawn

jgreene0717 · 05-19-2010, 03:09 PM

Yeah right I think it will be making a little more than 350hp nice try though.

ripdog28 · 05-19-2010, 05:36 PM

Why suck a high Stall? You will be loosing out on all that low end TQ... IMO, with that cam, a 2800/3000 would be fine. Just straight up Drag is another story.

shawnt · 05-20-2010, 03:49 PM

It's a street strip truck, but it will be raced most every weekend, and driven everyday. The stall i have is the 3600-3800 coan. I may get another one later, im just running what i have right now and i'll go from there.

Shawn

jgreene0717 · 05-20-2010, 04:52 PM

Yeah I am going rounds with my converter as we speak. It had a TCI Breakaway advertised @ 2400rpm for a small block application and around 2600 to 2800 for big block applications. But in my application it is around 4000rpm so i am driving through it I guess. I have already pulled it and sent it back for refund and ordered a custom PTC convertor. Going to upgrade the TH-350 while it is out so we will see how it works out when it is all put back together.

aggie91 · 05-20-2010, 04:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moostifer

Shawn, didn't read the whole thread, but try Day Motorsports in Tyler, they have several alum radiators starting at 160.00... yeah, I know, it's circle track stuff, but your truck wont know the diff!

I looked at Day and Speedwaymotors.com. I went with Speedway at the time for the same radiator because Speedway had free shipping and I lived in Texas so I would have had to pay sales tax and shipping...
Here is the link to the one like I got...
http://www.speedwaymotors.com/Speedw...tors,3557.html

05-11-2010, 03:16 PM	#1
shawnt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: sulphur springs texas Posts: 141	496 Well.. i was emailed pictures today of my 496. The short block is assembled! Now all i'm waiting on is to get home from Iraq and finish it up. I was looking for an aluminum radiator and i remember someone saying they had one cutom built but i could find the thread . I still have alot left to buy so this is going to take a while. lol. I don't know how to post pics or i would. sorry Shawn __________________ Shawn 85 SWB 7.39 @ 93 Best so far with 0 tuning Lesson in life: Never fry bacon naked!

05-11-2010, 04:54 PM	#2
noonzor Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 818	Re: 496 theres a guy that makes custom rads and sells them on ebay. ebay is blocked on my work computer so i cant link ya to it. but thats where im getting mine. might be worth checkin out. hope you make it home safe and soon! __________________ 69 c10 Shortbox Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=360622

05-11-2010, 05:27 PM	#3
Jacfourteen Big Red - Now its a SWB! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Oroville, Ca Posts: 1,624	Re: 496 The guy's ebay name is entropytec and he builds all his rads himself. I got mine for about $250 shipped and I love it. He even sells them with a e-fan setup that is real reasonable in price. __________________ 68 3/4 ton (Project)-350 Small Block, .030 over, 10:1 comp, 3998993 heads, C3BX edelbrock intake, comp cams XE268, Holley 670 SA, long tube headers, dual flow 40's, E-fan, Alum rad, currently under the knife getting shortened and bagged build thread 41 3/4 ton (wife's)-flatbed, fully restored to original 01 Tahoe LT 4WD (my daily driver)-Magnaflow Muffler, Rollin on 22's 02 Ford Mustang Convertable (Wife's Car)-Flowmaster 50, Clear corners, Intake, sittin on 18's

05-12-2010, 01:45 PM	#4
shawnt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: sulphur springs texas Posts: 141	Re: 496 I found an all aluminum 3 row radiator on ebay for $211 shipped.. Not sure about it though, im about to look at the person you guys said. Thanks! Shawn __________________ Shawn 85 SWB 7.39 @ 93 Best so far with 0 tuning Lesson in life: Never fry bacon naked!

05-12-2010, 01:51 PM	#5
shawnt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: sulphur springs texas Posts: 141	Re: 496 Well i looked and the only one i found for my 85 is with the twin fans.. i can't swing that price ATM.. not with everything else i have left to buy. I have fans already anyway. Thanks for the resource though fellas :thumbsup: Shawn __________________ Shawn 85 SWB 7.39 @ 93 Best so far with 0 tuning Lesson in life: Never fry bacon naked!

05-14-2010, 01:12 PM	#6
shawnt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: sulphur springs texas Posts: 141	Re: 496 You mean to tell me not one other person on this forum knows where to get an aluminum radiator for a reasonable price? ..... Shawn __________________ Shawn 85 SWB 7.39 @ 93 Best so far with 0 tuning Lesson in life: Never fry bacon naked!

05-14-2010, 02:06 PM	#7
jgreene0717 Jason Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Wetumpka, AL Posts: 152	Re: 496 I was unable to find a reasonable price on an aluminum radiator. I just bought a 4 row brass radiator @ Orielly auto parts and it fit and cools great on my BBC.

05-14-2010, 02:37 PM	#8
shawnt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: sulphur springs texas Posts: 141	Re: 496 I found the one on ebay but i aint to thrilled about helping chinas economy.. I guess i could search junkyard after junkyard until i find something... Dunno.. im getting real tired of this 496 though and have never even touched it in person... it's sad when you give business to people and refer more business for people and they dont wanna do anything to show you they appreciate it. sorry for the rant. Shawn __________________ Shawn 85 SWB 7.39 @ 93 Best so far with 0 tuning Lesson in life: Never fry bacon naked!

05-14-2010, 10:53 PM	#9
ripdog28 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Imperial Beach, CA Posts: 1,040	Re: 496 Shawnt, I got an Alum rad from JEGS (Their brand) 31x19 duel core 1in pipe. like $180 then got 2 Flex-a-lite fans for under $200. __________________ 69 c-10 BBC 462ci, forged crank, H-beam rods, 10.5-1 KB forged pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 308cc, Straub Cam, Comp Cams chrome moly full rollers, Weiand Team G, Prosystems 950, TH400/3500 Dalenzie stall, Currie 9+ Detroit Locker w/31spline axles.3.5/6in drop. My Build.

05-15-2010, 05:36 AM	#10
shawnt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: sulphur springs texas Posts: 141	Re: 496 Thanks rip.. i'll look into that! Shawn __________________ Shawn 85 SWB 7.39 @ 93 Best so far with 0 tuning Lesson in life: Never fry bacon naked!

05-15-2010, 12:21 PM	#11
Jacfourteen Big Red - Now its a SWB! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Oroville, Ca Posts: 1,624	Re: 496 Sorry I didn't notice that you have a square body, I bought mine from entropytec for a 68. I would stay away from that 3 core, because those are 1/2" rows so it is only as thick as a stock 3 core. I'd look into the one ripdog suggested, that looks like a good deal. __________________ 68 3/4 ton (Project)-350 Small Block, .030 over, 10:1 comp, 3998993 heads, C3BX edelbrock intake, comp cams XE268, Holley 670 SA, long tube headers, dual flow 40's, E-fan, Alum rad, currently under the knife getting shortened and bagged build thread 41 3/4 ton (wife's)-flatbed, fully restored to original 01 Tahoe LT 4WD (my daily driver)-Magnaflow Muffler, Rollin on 22's 02 Ford Mustang Convertable (Wife's Car)-Flowmaster 50, Clear corners, Intake, sittin on 18's

05-15-2010, 04:22 PM	#12
68racer Yeah baby! Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: United Kingdom Posts: 436	Re: 496 I use an AFCO bolt in radiator in my '68. You will get better prices on ebay. http://www.afabcorp.com/AFCO_Dynatec...chevy-full-rad __________________ 11.37 @116

05-15-2010, 04:33 PM	#13
dan76 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Salt Lake City UT Posts: 441	Re: 496 Suggest when you return, talk with NAPA, Autozone or your local equivalent. With a part like a radiator, I prefer to know the person/shop it's ordered from particularly if you have a problem with fitment or a warranty issue. I recently picked up a new rad from NAPA and got exactly what I wanted...with a lifetime warranty and a military discount. Stay safe....let us know when you return. Last edited by dan76; 05-15-2010 at 04:33 PM. Reason: clarity

05-15-2010, 04:42 PM	#14
cableguy0 Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Delta,Pa Posts: 14,950	Re: 496 Other than wanting a shiny part. Theres really no reason a stock 4 core wont work for ya. It will cool plenty good and it will fit. __________________ Owner of North Point Car Care in Dundalk Md. We specialize in custom exhaust on both modern and classic vehicles. We are a full service auto shop from classics to modern vehicles. Feel free to contact me with questions. I will give a 10% discount to any board member.

05-15-2010, 04:49 PM	#15
hotrod 80 mini truck racer Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Baytown , texas Posts: 3,010	Re: 496 I found one for ya . Not sure on the country of origin , but you can alway inquire . It's like $190ish shipped . http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eB...=STRK:MEWAX:IT __________________ 1949 5-window 1969 Camaro 1976 Chevy Luv yellow 1978 Chevy Luv Blue 1976 Chevy Luv Black 1979 Firebird Flooded in Harvey 1999 F350 Dually 2005 GMC Sierra 4.8 RCSB 2014 Explorer (wifes) My build :http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=399148 Build #2: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=653583



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05-16-2010, 10:42 AM	#17
shawnt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: sulphur springs texas Posts: 141	Re: 496 I know the stock 4 core will work.. but im trying to cut weight as much as possible on the front end. Hotrod_80... i like that radiator.. i might have to just get one from china but the stuff better work! I'll talk to the peolpe at Oreilly when i get home if i havent already got one. The only radiator i have right now is for a 4.3L v6 and that didnt really cool my 355. Thanks for the replies! Shawn __________________ Shawn 85 SWB 7.39 @ 93 Best so far with 0 tuning Lesson in life: Never fry bacon naked!

05-17-2010, 04:19 PM	#18
Moostifer a fool with no money Join Date: May 2005 Location: Overton, Tx Posts: 532	Re: 496 Shawn, didn't read the whole thread, but try Day Motorsports in Tyler, they have several alum radiators starting at 160.00... yeah, I know, it's circle track stuff, but your truck wont know the diff! __________________ Basicly stock 83 SWB with a few Bolt-ons before, during and still during http://photobucket.com/albums/y251/moostifer/truck/ http://photobucket.com/albums/y251/moostifer/motor/

05-17-2010, 05:32 PM	#19
ripdog28 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Imperial Beach, CA Posts: 1,040	Re: 496 Shawnt, we still dont have the specs on the engine. Heads, cam, rotating assy. __________________ 69 c-10 BBC 462ci, forged crank, H-beam rods, 10.5-1 KB forged pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 308cc, Straub Cam, Comp Cams chrome moly full rollers, Weiand Team G, Prosystems 950, TH400/3500 Dalenzie stall, Currie 9+ Detroit Locker w/31spline axles.3.5/6in drop. My Build.

05-19-2010, 02:54 PM	#20
shawnt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: sulphur springs texas Posts: 141	Re: 496 oh sorry rip! lol 496, 2 bolt main Scat crank and rods SRP 18cc pistons CNC Brodix race rite oval 270's with 115cc chambers eddy rpm air gap intake holley 1050 dominator (only one i have) cam will be a custom hydraulic roller specs are 244/252@.050 with .665/.665 lift 3600-3800 converter Either a th400 or th350 trans, have stall for both 373 rear gear Hoping to make around 350 hp to the flywheel Shawn __________________ Shawn 85 SWB 7.39 @ 93 Best so far with 0 tuning Lesson in life: Never fry bacon naked!

05-19-2010, 03:09 PM	#21
jgreene0717 Jason Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Wetumpka, AL Posts: 152	Re: 496 Yeah right I think it will be making a little more than 350hp nice try though.

05-19-2010, 05:36 PM	#22
ripdog28 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Imperial Beach, CA Posts: 1,040	Re: 496 Why suck a high Stall? You will be loosing out on all that low end TQ... IMO, with that cam, a 2800/3000 would be fine. Just straight up Drag is another story. __________________ 69 c-10 BBC 462ci, forged crank, H-beam rods, 10.5-1 KB forged pistons, Dart Iron Eagle 308cc, Straub Cam, Comp Cams chrome moly full rollers, Weiand Team G, Prosystems 950, TH400/3500 Dalenzie stall, Currie 9+ Detroit Locker w/31spline axles.3.5/6in drop. My Build.

05-20-2010, 03:49 PM	#23
shawnt Registered User Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: sulphur springs texas Posts: 141	Re: 496 It's a street strip truck, but it will be raced most every weekend, and driven everyday. The stall i have is the 3600-3800 coan. I may get another one later, im just running what i have right now and i'll go from there. Shawn __________________ Shawn 85 SWB 7.39 @ 93 Best so far with 0 tuning Lesson in life: Never fry bacon naked!

05-20-2010, 04:52 PM	#24
jgreene0717 Jason Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Wetumpka, AL Posts: 152	Re: 496 Yeah I am going rounds with my converter as we speak. It had a TCI Breakaway advertised @ 2400rpm for a small block application and around 2600 to 2800 for big block applications. But in my application it is around 4000rpm so i am driving through it I guess. I have already pulled it and sent it back for refund and ordered a custom PTC convertor. Going to upgrade the TH-350 while it is out so we will see how it works out when it is all put back together. Last edited by jgreene0717; 05-20-2010 at 04:57 PM.

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