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Old 08-03-2012, 01:18 PM   #1
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Question radiator question

I was in a hurry when replacing my '66 Suburban radiator... did not look carefully. Wonder if the u-shaped holding brackets underneath the radiator have bolt attachments to the rail that supports them ??

I used a full-size Pontiac radiator in place of the original radiator for a 305V6. It's a fine fit... almost !

The driver's side u-bracket is soooooo close to the new lower water outlet that the hose clamp has trouble sliding over the hose.
If I could move that bracket juuusssst a bit closer towards the middle... it would be beautiful.

Opinions and input, please.
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Old 08-03-2012, 01:25 PM   #2
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Re: radiator question

Yes, I have moved the lower radiator saddles depending on the radiator application (e.g., to clear transmission cooler ports, etc.). I've drilled the new location on the lower mount and used a regular nut a bolt under the rubber bushing in the past to reposition the saddle(s).
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Old 08-03-2012, 01:31 PM   #3
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Re: radiator question

Sounds easy enough... (famous last words).

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