need a new radiator

[kgc4160]

i need a new radiator.. tried to have my old one rebuilt.. shop said not worth it.. so any recommendations on a new one.. would like a direct fit and not have to modify anything.. 81 with a 305/auto..

 

[Goldie Driver]

i need a new radiator.. tried to have my old one rebuilt.. shop said not worth it.. so any recommendations on a new one.. would like a direct fit and not have to modify anything.. 81 with a 305/auto..

Are the end tanks still good?

If so, it can be recored. I got quoted 400 to make mine a 4 core, and will - one of these days.

I wound up buying a plastic and aluminium one in the interim.

Cheaper, they work, and mine fit well but I am an all metal fan.

Can't find the dam things , though.

Wonder if radiator barn is still around online ?



Good luck!

Britt

 

[Goldie Driver]

Looks like they may be gone - I did see this - know nothing about them, though .

https://www.radiatorexpress.com/part-lookup/radiator/chevrolet/1981/c10/base/50l-v8

 

[75gmck25]

I bought a 3 row Champion aluminum radiator from Jegs and it was a direct fit for my K25. It looks like they are still priced at about $250.

With this radiator I've had my truck idling in about 90 degree weather for nearly an hour while I recharged the A/C, and it never got above about 195 degrees with a 195 degree high flow thermostat. In normal driving it runs about 185-190 degrees (measured with aftermarket mechanical gauge), so apparently the thermostat opens a little early.

I also have a Robert Shaw stage one high flow water pump, stock steel fan, and HD fan clutch.

Bruce

 

[Jppr26]

I got a new HD aluminum radiator from orelies for $140 last year

 

[4WDKC]

keep an eye open at swap meets, I bought a 31" alum 2 core radiator for $100, to use in an old truck. It wouldn't fit the gmt400 platform so its in my garage.

 

[Nonstop]

I have Champion Radiators in 2 of my cars and they are great! Customer service was good, and my cars run a lot cooler. When the time comes, I will likely put one in my truck, although the idea of being able to run to O’Reilly to get a replacement is tempting if there is a warranty problem.

 

[Camar068]

take measurements and hit the yards. You can score a rad for about $30. If you get the right one it will have trans/oil cooler in one. Keep in mind that there was a larger one for diesel and big block (correct me if I'm wrong there guys) that will fit with minor modification. Link for mod from standard to large radiator below.

https://www.gmsquarebody.com/threads/upgrade-installing-the-longer-2wd-3-4-ton-454-radiator.15474/