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jorgensensc · 03-22-2013, 06:19 PM

I picked up an extra core support to try it out. I got the donor '08 escalade radiator and fan setup. Seems like if I can modify the core support to make it fit right then I save the headache ( and added expense) of radiator hoses, steam line, tranny line mods. Would make replacement parts easier i think? Has anyone taken this approach?
Shawn
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solidaxel · 03-22-2013, 11:34 PM

Subed.

mcmlxix · 03-23-2013, 05:24 AM

Someone used an oversized Dodge radiator and intercooler for a diesel swap but I havent seen the what you're talking about...I think they actually swapped the frame too... I was looking at using the fan from a similar truck.. the dimensions were off.. I think the radiator is both wider and taller....

jorgensensc · 03-23-2013, 12:22 PM

It is definitely wider and taller. I think if I put round holes for the bottom radiator supports I can mount it like the factory mounted it in the newer vehicles. The width will be an issue, but I think I can make it work. I'm thinking that I can move the 'wings' on the core support for the stock radiator out a little bit. Instead of having the radiator be at an angle like stock on the '72, I think I can have it mount straight upright in the core support by slightly trimming the backside of the top Rail of the core support. I would also need to enlarge the opening from the front where the air hits the radiator. I guess we will just have to see.
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Robznob11 · 03-24-2013, 11:25 PM

Im running a 02 vette radiator with a set of 02 camaro fans. Just the right hight but narrower i had to trim very little off the top inner lip of the core support. Drilled two holes like you said. Then used two pices of aluminum strap bent with a 90 and drilled holes to go over the top pegs and secure it. The camaro fans need just a little trim to fit the vette radiator. But look like they are made for it. I got the radiator off ebay for 100$ it has oil and tranny cooler built in. Fans cost me 25 bucks from a guy on craigslist parting a v6 car. I used a resivore from a doner caviler
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**LostMy65** · 10-08-2017, 02:43 PM

Any progress?

jorgensensc · 10-08-2017, 05:16 PM

Ha!
I forgot all about this thread. Yes I had great success. I have 40k miles on the engine swap at this point. I used the stock radiator and fans. I had to do some trimming on the core support, but nothing that takes away from the integrity of the support. I had a cover made out of sheet metal for the top to cover the gap and hold the radiator in place worked out really nice. Hoses are all good.

**LostMy65** · 10-08-2017, 05:28 PM

Thanks for the update.

mcmlxix · 10-09-2017, 12:09 AM

Any pictures or link to a thread that already has some?

Rich84 · 10-09-2017, 03:10 PM

I used an Escalade radiator also..Like they said, just drilled to holes in the bottom of the core support for the mounts. I used some angle to make a mount
and covered it with a piece of 18ga steel.
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Willie Makeit · 10-10-2017, 03:29 PM

I used a stock 4 core radiator. No mods needed.

87chevy.com · 10-22-2017, 11:13 PM

V502, he did a escalade radiator swap on his build.
Clint

**1970 CST Short Wide** · 10-23-2017, 12:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Willie Makeit

I used a stock 4 core radiator. No mods needed.

Same here for my 5.7. I don't get why this is such an issue. Just my 2c

03-22-2013, 06:19 PM	#1
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,006	Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? I picked up an extra core support to try it out. I got the donor '08 escalade radiator and fan setup. Seems like if I can modify the core support to make it fit right then I save the headache ( and added expense) of radiator hoses, steam line, tranny line mods. Would make replacement parts easier i think? Has anyone taken this approach? Shawn Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

03-22-2013, 11:34 PM	#2
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03-23-2013, 05:24 AM	#3
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Re: Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? Someone used an oversized Dodge radiator and intercooler for a diesel swap but I havent seen the what you're talking about...I think they actually swapped the frame too... I was looking at using the fan from a similar truck.. the dimensions were off.. I think the radiator is both wider and taller.... __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE

03-23-2013, 12:22 PM	#4
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,006	Re: Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? It is definitely wider and taller. I think if I put round holes for the bottom radiator supports I can mount it like the factory mounted it in the newer vehicles. The width will be an issue, but I think I can make it work. I'm thinking that I can move the 'wings' on the core support for the stock radiator out a little bit. Instead of having the radiator be at an angle like stock on the '72, I think I can have it mount straight upright in the core support by slightly trimming the backside of the top Rail of the core support. I would also need to enlarge the opening from the front where the air hits the radiator. I guess we will just have to see. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

03-24-2013, 11:25 PM	#5
Robznob11 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: brownfield texas (west texas) Posts: 1,936	Re: Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? Im running a 02 vette radiator with a set of 02 camaro fans. Just the right hight but narrower i had to trim very little off the top inner lip of the core support. Drilled two holes like you said. Then used two pices of aluminum strap bent with a 90 and drilled holes to go over the top pegs and secure it. The camaro fans need just a little trim to fit the vette radiator. But look like they are made for it. I got the radiator off ebay for 100$ it has oil and tranny cooler built in. Fans cost me 25 bucks from a guy on craigslist parting a v6 car. I used a resivore from a doner caviler Posted via Mobile Device __________________ The Ghost 67 short wide full custom. 550 hp LSX, 4l80E, narrowed 9". Body dropped w/air ride! ........................ ___ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(⊙)___//___/__(O)_/ @disciple2.rc 💪instagram💪 LED TAILS

10-08-2017, 02:43 PM	#6
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,468	Re: Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? Any progress? __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

10-08-2017, 05:16 PM	#7
jorgensensc Registered User Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Cypress, Tx Posts: 4,006	Re: Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? Ha! I forgot all about this thread. Yes I had great success. I have 40k miles on the engine swap at this point. I used the stock radiator and fans. I had to do some trimming on the core support, but nothing that takes away from the integrity of the support. I had a cover made out of sheet metal for the top to cover the gap and hold the radiator in place worked out really nice. Hoses are all good. __________________ 1972 C20 Suburban- Big Blue Betty '56 Chevy Bel Air Sedan- Frame up Restoration -What would you attempt to achieve if you knew you could not fail?- -I Refuse To Tiptoe Through Life, Only To Arrive Safely At Death's Door- R.I.P. EAST SIDE LOW LIFE

10-08-2017, 05:28 PM	#8
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,468	Re: Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? Thanks for the update. __________________ I lost my 65 - Found it 25 years later: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=426650 66 C20 Service Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=428035

10-09-2017, 12:09 AM	#9
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Re: Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? Any pictures or link to a thread that already has some? __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE

10-09-2017, 03:10 PM	#10
Rich84 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Woodbury, Ct. Posts: 1,663	Re: Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? I used an Escalade radiator also..Like they said, just drilled to holes in the bottom of the core support for the mounts. I used some angle to make a mount and covered it with a piece of 18ga steel.

10-10-2017, 03:29 PM	#11
Willie Makeit Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Alabama Posts: 1,206	Re: Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? I used a stock 4 core radiator. No mods needed.

10-22-2017, 11:13 PM	#12
87chevy.com BMW & ASE Master Certified Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 1,255	Re: Has anyone modified thier core support for donor radiator? V502, he did a escalade radiator swap on his build. Clint __________________ 1987 Silverado - L83 5.3 w/ 6L80e ,A/C,P/W,P/L,TILT, HID projectors, Wilwood C-10 Pro Spindles w/ 2018 silverado front brakes & C-5 Corvette Rear Disc Brakes 1999 BMW 528i - 5.7 LS1 w/ 4l60e, Ford 8.8 IRS w31 spline posi & FX-r projector retrofit New project: 2006 BMW x5 6cyl AWD to L83 6l80e 4wd to 2WD / RWD A poor man buy's it twice finally got my domain name back, 87chevy.com.... site rework in progress



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