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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Engine/Drivetrain => Topic started by: Ben_Greenberg on August 16, 2014, 10:47:15 pm
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I've got a 78 c15 350 with what looks like the original radiator. I'm looking to replace it and ecklers sells an aluminum 3 row for a reasonable price. Anybody have any experience with this or other aftermarket rads?
Thanks everybody!
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Aftermarket is no problem. They drop right in, I forget the brand of mine but it fit like a glove. I'll double check that and get back to ya.
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Thanks!
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Griffin is high quality.
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I had/have one in mine. No issues.
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I have been looking at the champion sold on ecklers. Any owners with comments?
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When we put in the crate engine I had a "BeCool" radiator in ours. It eventually leaked, I am not going to blame it on the radiator, we got in a hurry and the mounts we rigged were not the best. Now I have a Griffin and have been pleased with it so far. Quality is great on the Griffin.
Two suggestions:
1) confirm the measurements. Just because it says it fits a 73-87 does not mean it is the same size as what is in your truck. It is helpful to get the same size so you can re-use your mounts.
2) a shroud (presuming you will switch to electric fans) is important if you are going to need extra cooling (towing, hot climate, more horsepower).