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4 core copper or 2 core alluminum?
03-18-2003, 05:06 PM
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4 core copper or 2 core alluminum?
I have a 84 camaro with a rebuilt 350. I have a stock radiator in it right now. I was wondering which will provide better cooling. A 2 core alluminum radiator, or a 4 core copper radiator. Thanks
03-21-2003, 12:33 AM
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i am running a stock replacement water pump, a 180 stat and a stock replacement modine aluminum radiator form advance auto parts for 118 bucks.. works nice..
i am running cooler now, i have a stock L98 350 tpi..
i am running cooler now, i have a stock L98 350 tpi..
03-21-2003, 12:32 PM
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thanks for the input. I was talking to one of my friends and he said my best bet is to get a 4 core from a local parts store, rather than the 2 core allum. i have a stock replacement water pump for now, and a belt-driven fan. But the fan won't remain on my car for long.
04-01-2003, 02:52 PM
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I have a very thin (2 core I believe) alum radiator and a belt fan, and a 180* Tstat, I have not heard the fan come on once, granted it is not summer yet, but it never ever goes higher then the 170-180* that it should be @.
plus you will save a lot of weight with a 2 core alum vs a 4 core copper.
plus you will save a lot of weight with a 2 core alum vs a 4 core copper.
04-12-2003, 09:32 PM
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Car: 1987 Camaro IROC Z-28
Engine: L98
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the 4 core copper radiator will cool better. copper conducts and disperses heat better than aluminum. however, copper weighs a lot more. I prefer aluminum radiators. I have a stock-replacement aluminum radiator from Summit, works great on my L98 in TX. I've never been over 180* in 110+ weather.
04-14-2003, 07:10 PM
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ODD I always thought copper wouldnt work as well... not because of weight factor... Thought aliminum cooled better...
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04-14-2003, 10:35 PM
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Originally posted by bigREd car
ODD I always thought copper wouldnt work as well... not because of weight factor... Thought aliminum cooled better...
Shawn
ODD I always thought copper wouldnt work as well... not because of weight factor... Thought aliminum cooled better...
Shawn
Sort of like how some people think platinum plugs are better, however copper conducts electricity better as well.
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