Good stock replacement Radiator?

[TwoFiftyShifter]

Anyone have a good suggestion for a new radiator? I'm using the stock straight 6 motor, I've searched and seen alot of posts about bigger dual core V8-worthy rads but I probably dont need one, whats the best option for my I-6? I want the truck to be reliable and while the old radiator isnt leaking, its very old and worn out and it may be smart to replace it now that the truck is apart. Thanks

[blackedoutharley]

Why not just take it to a radiator shop and have it re-cored?

[gulffishin]

I went with a cheap "Ready-Rad" radiator from the local parts store. I got it about about a year ago and have not had any trouble with leaking, cooling etc. I have a 283 and it keeps it cool during the hot AL summers.

[slorio]

Twofifty:
I went through this in a panic a few months ago. Radiator shop couldn't get
new core to fix my old one. Radiator shop wanted $500 for a "custom"
manufactured replacement radiator. No thanks. Radiators on E bay were $225,
but were aluminum from China. No thanks. I found a new copper/brass three
row radiator for $186.79 from Rock Auto (www.rockauto.com) supplied by
Proliance, made in Mexico. Ended up $207 with shipping. The radiator has
connections for auto tranny cooler that I didn't need and was slightly larger on
the outlet then my original (1.75" vs. 1.5"). I am well satisfied. One note
on measurements that I learned is that they don't include the tank. You need
to add the tanks to get overall dimensions. Here is the info from the
Proliance site and the part number for it:

Regards,
Steve
New Orleans

Part Number - 433284
Make - GM
Construction Copper - Brass
Core Size - 17 3/8 x 24 3/4 x 2
Number Of Rows - 3
Mount Type - Channel
Inlet Location - Top Left
Outlet - 1 3/4
Outlet Location - Bottom Right
Tank Inlet Size - 2 1/2 x 25 7/8
Tank Outlet Size - 2 1/2 x 25 7/16
Hose Inlet Size - 1 3/4
Transmission Oil Cooler - 1