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12-01-2010, 11:40 AM | #1 |
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Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
Spectra Premium Ind/RadiatorFor your 1981 Chevrolet Truck C10 1/2 ton P/U 2WD 5.7L 4BL 8cylPart Number: 433730 Price:$162.99 AVAILABILITY:STORE PICK UP SPECIAL ORDERVisit your local store to special order.SHIP TO HOMEAVAILABLEShips within 2 business days.Features & Benefits Built to meet or exceed all OE specifications. Validated for fit, form, and function. Part Number: 433730 Weight: 25.6 lbs Warranty: Limited Lifetime Notes: Heavy duty cooling2 rows, 28 1/4" x 19" x 2 1/2" core size Description: Radiator Core Type: Aluminum Tank Material: Plastic Number of Rows: 2 Core Size: 28 1/4 in. x 19 in. x 2 1/2 in. Inlet Header: 3 1/2 in. x 20 7/8 in. Outlet Header: 3 1/2 in. x 20 7/8 in. Inlet Diameter: 1 5/16 in. Outlet Diameter: 1 9/16 in. Engine Oil Cooler: None Transmission Oil Cooler: 8 1/2 in. (5 plate) Shipping Information: Overnight and Two Day shipping are not available for PO Box, APO/FPO/DPO or US Territory addresses. |
12-01-2010, 01:08 PM | #2 |
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Re: Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
Yes. Why not install a bb radiator? You can easily change the mounting bracket and rubber bushings.
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12-03-2010, 11:18 AM | #3 |
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Re: Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
I dont see why I would really need a big block radiator.... I'm going to have to run electric fans anyway but if a big block radiator would be better then I would consider it. I'ver heard people mention it but I dont know if I need it you know.
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12-03-2010, 12:16 PM | #4 |
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Re: Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
That is a big block radiator. Yes it will fit but you need bbc pads & brackets. I run the same rad in my truck and it works good. That is the same part you'll get from any parts shack if you ask for a stock replacement for a big block truck w/heavy duty cooling.....it's the aluminum version of a 4 row copper/brass radiator.
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12-06-2010, 09:59 AM | #5 | |
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12-03-2010, 12:44 PM | #6 |
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Re: Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
We live in Texas!! You'll need a BB radiator if you plan to run electric fans. You'll need the biggest fans you can get if you have A/C. Block off the gap between the condensor and radiator. Max air flow is necessary across the condensor for A/C. I run a BB aluminum radiator with dual LS1 fans.
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12-06-2010, 10:00 AM | #7 | |
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12-06-2010, 10:31 AM | #8 |
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Re: Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
Not a 100 % but if its like 73-80 a 5.7 w/ A/C, Heavy duty cooling is the same rad as your standard big block rad
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12-06-2010, 10:38 AM | #9 |
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Re: Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
Not sure on the years either, but that's correct.......some a/c 350's got heavy duty (big block) rads
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12-03-2010, 12:54 PM | #10 |
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Re: Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
You might try looking for a 4 core radiator about the same size as the stock one, it will provide more cooling than the 2 core shown in your post. The cost may be a little higher however, in the long run I think it will perform better.
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12-03-2010, 01:34 PM | #11 |
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Re: Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
An aluminum 2 core with 1" tubes will cool more efficiently than a copper/brass 4 core with their smaller tubes.
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12-03-2010, 03:34 PM | #12 |
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12-06-2010, 09:42 PM | #13 |
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Re: Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
Here is my setup.
I'll probably remove the LS1 fans next year. I'm upgrading to a Mark VIII or Jeep fan. I plan to use the dual speed fan. Low for A/C and high for cooling. http://www.fordmuscle.com/archives/2...cfan/index.php I run my engine hot. The ZZ4 aluminum heads like heat. Best performance on MPG is near 195. I run a thermal switch on the fans now. The fans turn on at 205. Turn off at 190. The temps are not great for A/C!! I'm upgrading to a crossflow condensor too. Last edited by gchemist; 12-06-2010 at 09:42 PM. |
12-07-2010, 07:27 AM | #14 |
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Re: Will this radiator work for my '81 with a small block chevy?
So I should go with the radiator I picked out I think. Right?
Any suggestions on which fans to get for my particular radiator? unfortunately autozone is the closest auto part store to me... |
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