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From: cookeville, TN
radiator are there any options for a thicker radiator for our cars my 414 runs a little warm around town, and i was curious what my options are. cause the stocker just isnt cutting it
You could go with an expensive aluminum B-cool radiator. about $4-500.
I have a copper (a little heavier than aluminum, but better cooling) 4 row radiator. New in the box. I paid $300 for it to use in my 396 project, but I got a hell of a deal on a used Bcool.
I Was going to sell it for $250 shipped, but I think I'll do $200 + shipping. (No way its going to cost $50 to ship). I can send you pics if you are interested.
I have a copper (a little heavier than aluminum, but better cooling) 4 row radiator. New in the box. I paid $300 for it to use in my 396 project, but I got a hell of a deal on a used Bcool.
I Was going to sell it for $250 shipped, but I think I'll do $200 + shipping. (No way its going to cost $50 to ship). I can send you pics if you are interested.
I use the GM LT1 radiator. It works much better than the LS1 radiator and really helped with the transmission temp as well. Here's a pic of the core. The thicker one is the LT1 radiator.
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is that what you used on your 402? what did you do with extra holes in the radiator. how did it fit. i had looked at doing that before but wasnt sure if it was actually that much thicker, did you get it at the dealer or just buy one at a part store?? im also thinking im gonna change out my thermostat to something in the 170 range. thanks guys
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OK, sorry for the delay. I didn't get to storage until today.
THe weight of the box is 26 lbs. Size is 40x23x6.
Fedex Gnd = 29.78 4 days
USPS: 31.77 6 days
UPS Gnd 30.62 7 days
I didn't have my camera with me, but the radiator is in my car, I'll take pics when I get home.
THe weight of the box is 26 lbs. Size is 40x23x6.
Fedex Gnd = 29.78 4 days
USPS: 31.77 6 days
UPS Gnd 30.62 7 days
I didn't have my camera with me, but the radiator is in my car, I'll take pics when I get home.
Found a pic and the brand:
Forced air induction? Stroked? No matter how you increase cubic inches you increase the amount of heat transferred to your cooling system, and the factory system isn't always up to the task. After numerous requests and testing it is finally here! Limited production of our HE 4 row, copper/brass, high performance replacement for your factory 1 row, plastic/aluminum radiator. This provides a significant increase in cooling ability and durability without expensive and time consuming modifications.
Features:
Forced air induction? Stroked? No matter how you increase cubic inches you increase the amount of heat transferred to your cooling system, and the factory system isn't always up to the task. After numerous requests and testing it is finally here! Limited production of our HE 4 row, copper/brass, high performance replacement for your factory 1 row, plastic/aluminum radiator. This provides a significant increase in cooling ability and durability without expensive and time consuming modifications.
Features:
- 4 Row High Efficiency Core Design
- Direct Replacement Fit... No Mods!
- Durable Copper/Brass Construction
- Factory Sensors and Hardware Retained for Easy Installation
Interesting...looks like it uses the stock plastic side tanks?
I personally went with a BeCool, but don't kid yourself...it took some effort to get it to fit well (I have an electric water pump that sticks way out).
I personally went with a BeCool, but don't kid yourself...it took some effort to get it to fit well (I have an electric water pump that sticks way out).
No the end are brass and the fins copper. I had this set up on my 383 IROC, and never had any cooling issues, even stuck in border traffic in Mexicali.