Champion radiator fitment issues

[LEEVON]

Finally fitting the radiator in my '50 chevy and I am having problems, would like to see if anybody else had to make modifications. I am not opposed to cutting and fabricating at all, but for a radiator that was supposed to bolt-in this is a mess. The core support is stock. I have the three row model http://www.championradiators.com/Che...-row-1947-1954.

The first problem I have is the bottom of the radiator tank would not fit down far enough in the support. The bolt holes were a good 3-4" too high. I had to cut the front/bottom of the support just to get it to sit down where the bolt holes would line up.

The second problem is now the tank is too thick, and the bolt holes at the bottom are a good 1.25-1.5" away from the mount. I was not planning on using spacers, for one that is cheesy and for two that takes away valuable electric fan space.

I placed a call to Champion, and while they were helpful and courteous they said they have NEVER heard of anybody having to modify their 47-54 three row unit to fit. I don't buy that. My truck is no different than the rest...and if this one won't fit than nobody's will.

Anybody else have a similar problem? I'm trying to figure out if I want to waste more time on this or get something else.