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chinook411 · 04-18-2013, 05:32 PM

Just got my LS rad check it out, should fit just have to get 4 row mounts and maybe small mod.

Kim57 · 04-18-2013, 08:12 PM

Nice looking set up.
Where's it from?
Kim

chinook411 · 04-18-2013, 11:09 PM

Got it from summit it's a Griffin rad, Came with relays and temp sensor for head.

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/gri-cu-70013-ls

rcrahn · 04-19-2013, 10:05 PM

I like that. Even better Griffin is made in the USA. Thanks for sharing that.

thotfulspot · 04-20-2013, 02:29 AM

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Originally Posted by rcrahn

I like that. Even better Griffin is made in the USA. Thanks for sharing that.

I've got a Griffin in my Jeep and it works great. I bought a universal with the hose connections in the right place and welded some angle aluminum on the sides to mount it. Added a electric pusher fan from the local Ford dealer that they use on Crown Vic squad cars that sit and idle for long periods. Keeps the temp right where it should be in 100 degree plus days crawling through the rocks with no issues.
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bman67 · 04-21-2013, 03:04 PM

What rad hoses are you planning to use. Same with trans lines. I'm at the same cross roads determining which rad to buy and hoses/lines to connect everything.

nibs · 04-21-2013, 04:01 PM

Such a great price! I just added it to my wish list on summit... LOL

chinook411 · 04-21-2013, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by bman67

What rad hoses are you planning to use. Same with trans lines. I'm at the same cross roads determining which rad to buy and hoses/lines to connect everything.

Plan on using these hoses, Summit part Numbers bottom hose GTR-60374 top hose GTR-61331. Not sure about trans lines.

**wesmigletz** · 04-22-2013, 08:15 AM

Was it complete with the shroud and fans, too? I was leaning toward using my stock radiator and shroud, but may go this route for the price.

chinook411 · 04-22-2013, 10:35 AM

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Originally Posted by wesmigletz

Was it complete with the shroud and fans, too? I was leaning toward using my stock radiator and shroud, but may go this route for the price.

Yes it came with shroud fans and relays. I called Griffin and the quote was quite a bit higher than Summits price, so I crossed my fingers and ordered it. I'm quite pleased with what arrived at my door.

Hopefully Summit doesn't change the price. The rad alone is 390.00 http://www.summitracing.com/search?k...70013-ls&dds=1

**wesmigletz** · 04-22-2013, 10:38 AM

That's pretty sweet. I may have to order one.

nibs · 04-22-2013, 12:51 PM

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Originally Posted by wesmigletz

That's pretty sweet. I may have to order one.

x2!

shearjs · 04-23-2013, 02:07 PM

Is this part number GRI-CU-70013-LS from Summit? I'm hoping so, because that is what I have ordered and it's scheduled to be delivered today! Looks sweet from your pictures.

Edit: Nevermind, I saw where you listed the part number above, and I just missed it. I didn't understand how they have things priced either, but I'm glad it worked out well.

**Hart_Rod** · 04-23-2013, 02:15 PM

Looks like a great deal. Can you post pictures of how it mounts once you get the new 4 Core hold downs? Thanks

82ZZZR · 04-29-2013, 03:02 PM

That part is way more money now!

shearjs · 04-30-2013, 08:40 AM

Wow, slight change in price. I'm sure glad I got my order in when I did!

jorgensensc · 04-30-2013, 11:51 AM

Just out of curiosity, what was the original price?
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chinook411 · 04-30-2013, 12:04 PM

Parts Total: $459.95
Additional Shipping Charge $55.00
Delivery and Handling Charge $12.95
Total Charges: $527.90
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shearjs · 04-30-2013, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by chinook411

Just got my LS rad check it out, should fit just have to get 4 row mounts and maybe small mod.

Have you tried mocking up with 4 row radiator mounts yet? I have some headed this way, but they haven't came in yet. Just curious of the fitment.

thotfulspot · 04-30-2013, 05:26 PM

I recently checked with Entropy Radiator and they make a similar setup. They didn't have my '57 Chevy pickup listed so I emailed them. They do make one for my application and the cool part is they will set it up for a LS motor with the inlet, outlet, and transmission cooler connections in the right size and placement. The pricing was similar.
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Vince M · 05-14-2013, 05:21 PM

Any updates on the fit? Any modifications required on the radiator support? Looking to purchase a unit but getting info is hard. Any help.

chinook411 · 05-14-2013, 10:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Vince M

Any updates on the fit? Any modifications required on the radiator support? Looking to purchase a unit but getting info is hard. Any help.

Just got my frame back from the body shop this week. It's been slow going Because I Work out off town and Won't be back at it for another 3 weeks, I'll post some pics as soon as i get it together.

shearjs · 05-16-2013, 10:01 AM

Got mine installed last weekend using the 4 row mounts. Just some slight trimming on the rubber bushings and a quarter inch spacer under the top mounts.

rcrahn · 05-16-2013, 10:35 AM

I like it Jason. So the bottom fit in okay, or some trim needed?
Is that the steam line beneath the upper hose?

shearjs · 05-16-2013, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by rcrahn

I like it Jason. So the bottom fit in okay, or some trim needed?
Is that the steam line beneath the upper hose?

I replaced the bottom retainers/rubbers with the 4row as well, and had to trim the rubber pieces a little on both the bottom and top. You're correct, that is the steam line below the upper hose.

04-18-2013, 05:32 PM	#1
chinook411 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Lethbridge, AB Posts: 11	Just got my LS rad check it out Just got my LS rad check it out, should fit just have to get 4 row mounts and maybe small mod. Attached Images

04-18-2013, 08:12 PM	#2
Kim57 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Corona, California Posts: 7,998	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out Nice looking set up. Where's it from? Kim __________________ My build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=283107

04-18-2013, 11:09 PM	#3
chinook411 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Lethbridge, AB Posts: 11	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out Got it from summit it's a Griffin rad, Came with relays and temp sensor for head. http://www.summitracing.com/parts/gri-cu-70013-ls Attached Images

04-19-2013, 10:05 PM	#4
rcrahn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: The West Posts: 767	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out I like that. Even better Griffin is made in the USA. Thanks for sharing that.

04-21-2013, 03:04 PM	#6
bman67 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: DFW, TX Posts: 22	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out What rad hoses are you planning to use. Same with trans lines. I'm at the same cross roads determining which rad to buy and hoses/lines to connect everything.

04-21-2013, 04:01 PM	#7
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04-22-2013, 08:15 AM	#9
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04-22-2013, 10:38 AM	#11
wesmigletz Senior Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Parker, Texas Posts: 685	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out That's pretty sweet. I may have to order one. __________________ 1970 2WD K5 1968 Camaro Conv 1967 Chevy SWB 1964 Malibu SS 1957 Corvette Pics www.picturetrail.com/wesmigletz

04-23-2013, 02:07 PM	#13
shearjs Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Thompsons Station, TN Posts: 700	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out Is this part number GRI-CU-70013-LS from Summit? I'm hoping so, because that is what I have ordered and it's scheduled to be delivered today! Looks sweet from your pictures. Edit: Nevermind, I saw where you listed the part number above, and I just missed it. I didn't understand how they have things priced either, but I'm glad it worked out well. __________________ -Jason '72 Family Hauler Rufus' Restoration - 70 GMC, LS swap - SOLD Last edited by shearjs; 04-23-2013 at 02:08 PM. Reason: Overlooked some info already posted.

04-23-2013, 02:15 PM	#14
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04-29-2013, 03:02 PM	#15
82ZZZR Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: PEORIA,IL Posts: 73	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out That part is way more money now!

04-30-2013, 08:40 AM	#16
shearjs Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Thompsons Station, TN Posts: 700	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out Wow, slight change in price. I'm sure glad I got my order in when I did! __________________ -Jason '72 Family Hauler Rufus' Restoration - 70 GMC, LS swap - SOLD

04-30-2013, 11:51 AM	#17
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04-30-2013, 12:04 PM	#18
chinook411 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Lethbridge, AB Posts: 11	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out Parts Total: $459.95 Additional Shipping Charge $55.00 Delivery and Handling Charge $12.95 Total Charges: $527.90 Posted via Mobile Device

04-30-2013, 05:26 PM	#20
thotfulspot Registered User Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 198	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out I recently checked with Entropy Radiator and they make a similar setup. They didn't have my '57 Chevy pickup listed so I emailed them. They do make one for my application and the cool part is they will set it up for a LS motor with the inlet, outlet, and transmission cooler connections in the right size and placement. The pricing was similar. Posted via Mobile Device



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05-14-2013, 05:21 PM	#21
Vince M Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2000 Location: Orlando, FL Posts: 1,076	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out Any updates on the fit? Any modifications required on the radiator support? Looking to purchase a unit but getting info is hard. Any help. __________________ ............................................................ 68 Chevy CST SWB w/LS1, carb & 700r4. Golden Anniversary clone with a few improvements.

05-16-2013, 10:01 AM	#23
shearjs Registered User Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Thompsons Station, TN Posts: 700	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out Got mine installed last weekend using the 4 row mounts. Just some slight trimming on the rubber bushings and a quarter inch spacer under the top mounts. Attached Images __________________ -Jason '72 Family Hauler Rufus' Restoration - 70 GMC, LS swap - SOLD

05-16-2013, 10:35 AM	#24
rcrahn Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: The West Posts: 767	Re: Just got my LS rad check it out I like it Jason. So the bottom fit in okay, or some trim needed? Is that the steam line beneath the upper hose?

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