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Old 07-28-2014, 08:51 AM   #1
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Champion Radiators - '86 K10

Was thinking of picking up a 4-row model radiator from Champion for my 86 K10 and noticed it( new radiator) has an integrated transmission cooler. I don't believe my current truck (a 4-speed manual) has this. Do I simply not hook it up if that's the case? I'm confused.
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Old 07-28-2014, 10:08 AM   #2
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Re: Champion Radiators - '86 K10

Correct. It shouldn't leak, and there is no fluid going through it.
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Old 07-28-2014, 10:28 AM   #3
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Correct. It shouldn't leak, and there is no fluid going through it.
I didn't think it would. But just wasn't sure. My first square so I'm learning EVERYTHING as I go. Thanks for your help!
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Old 07-28-2014, 12:41 PM   #4
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Re: Champion Radiators - '86 K10

make sure to plug it though, as pests like to make homes in them.
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make sure to plug it though, as pests like to make homes in them.
YES! Thanks for reminding me.
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Old 07-28-2014, 12:47 PM   #6
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Re: Champion Radiators - '86 K10

We build ours with a trans cooler at no charge when requested, but most manual trans customers ask for them to be made without the cooler (gives back a little more coolant space, and less stuff to plug). Here is the one we make:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=617025

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Old 07-28-2014, 12:50 PM   #7
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We build ours with a trans cooler at no charge when requested, but most manual trans customers ask for them to be made without the cooler (gives back a little more coolant space, and less stuff to plug). Here is the one we make:
http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=617025

Those look amazing, but I can't jump to that price unfortunately.
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Old 07-28-2014, 01:02 PM   #8
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no problem, I completely understand. There are definitely cheaper overseas versions out there, and we hope to fill a void with a USA made version. if there is anything we can help with in the future, please let us know (even if you decide not to buy from us)
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Old 07-28-2014, 01:07 PM   #9
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no problem, I completely understand. There are definitely cheaper overseas versions out there, and we hope to fill a void with a USA made version. if there is anything we can help with in the future, please let us know (even if you decide not to buy from us)
Thanks! Will do.
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