Need to replace radiator 89 Formula

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Aug 30, 2008 | 10:09 AM

PrdnJoy

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From: Venice,Fl

Car: 89 Firebird Formula

Engine: 350

Need to replace radiator 89 Formula

I need to replace original radiator out of my 89 Firebird Formula 350 TPI w/airconditioning what is the best recomended and where can I purchase one & can they still be purchased threw local auto stores ?

Aug 30, 2008 | 11:39 AM

chevymec

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From: Richlands N.C.

Car: '92 RS

Engine: 350 carb'd

Transmission: T-5

Axle/Gears: 4.10

Re: Need to replace radiator 89 Formula

You can get one from a parts store or find a radiator shop. They can repair yours or get you a new one.

Aug 30, 2008 | 11:57 AM

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From: Lexington, SC

Car: 1987 SC/1985 TA

Engine: 350/vortec/fitech

Transmission: T56

Axle/Gears: 3.27 9-bolt

Re: Need to replace radiator 89 Formula

Like $90-100 at any of the major parts stores.

Aug 30, 2008 | 12:17 PM

UNCLE TOM

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From: ms. gulf coast

Car: 91 R/S , 89 dodge p/u

Engine: L31 GM crate re-cammed , 318

Transmission: T-5 , 4 speed auto

Axle/Gears: 3.42 , ?

Re: Need to replace radiator 89 Formula

i have always got good new radiators from NAPA . good luck .

Aug 30, 2008 | 12:18 PM

Reid Fleming

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From: Houston, TX

Car: 1989 GTA

Engine: SuperRam 350

Transmission: Pro Built S/S TH700R4

Axle/Gears: 3.27

Re: Need to replace radiator 89 Formula

Being in Florida where cooling is a struggle, you might want to get a hold of topradman and see what he recommends.

https://www.thirdgen.org/forums/cool...-direct-2.html

Aug 30, 2008 | 03:39 PM

PrdnJoy

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From: Venice,Fl

Car: 89 Firebird Formula

Engine: 350

Re: Need to replace radiator 89 Formula

Thank You I do not drive this car daily but do want to put a reliable one in its place but was unfamiliar of part # and quality of what is out there and don't want to purchase a piece of ****.
Thanxs for your inputs ...........