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Old Mar 31, 2005 | 08:10 AM
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Car: 1992 camaro rs
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any suggestions on new radiators?

the other day my radiator cracked and it leaks constantly. well i need to get a new radiator. i prefer an all aluminum one with no plasic tanks etc. let me know you suggestions and if you have installed it how it went.

thanks

ryan
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Old Mar 31, 2005 | 09:08 AM
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least exspensive which is also good would be a 3 core replacement radiator from modine or other aftermarket radiator co. you might have to look in catalog at older model f body to find a 3 core metal radiator. I have one in my car and have never had any overheating issues and mines a 406 which have a reputation of running hot. Other alternative would be an alum one
from griffin or be cool radiators, but they are very exspensive...Hope this helps.....
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Old Mar 31, 2005 | 11:34 AM
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Car: 85 Trans Am
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The universal replacements from Summit are around 180/190 and are dual core all aluminium
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Old Mar 31, 2005 | 12:00 PM
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I used a 4 row all metal and got it for $140 (shop cost) from Advance. It did take some work to install but was worth the effort.
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Old Mar 31, 2005 | 08:19 PM
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what is the measurements for my radiator? are they 31 x 19 ?
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Old Mar 31, 2005 | 09:14 PM
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if you do a quick search on this board you will find many people who "custom fit" a griffin 31"x19" radiator into their thirdgens.
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Old Apr 1, 2005 | 11:20 AM
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To save a little mod time, get the size just below a 31x19, as my hood wouldnt close very good with the 19
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Old Apr 1, 2005 | 03:49 PM
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well i got desprate and purchased a stock replacement with a lifetime warrenty.

ryan

thanks anyways
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Old Apr 2, 2005 | 04:36 AM
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I have a griffin 31"x19" and it works fine for me.
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