Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Slammed66 · 02-16-2012, 09:12 PM

Hey fella's I'm in the market for a radiator for my 64.
I want aluminum , and I'd like the tank to look moulded more then fabricated.
Show me what ya got and where ya got it!

Thanks in advance Slammed66
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GMR-PERFORMANCE · 02-17-2012, 10:29 AM

Thats a champion for my 62

vin63 · 02-17-2012, 11:52 AM

juanz1947 · 02-18-2012, 12:33 AM

Here the aluminum Rad 2 roll I think it 1 inch rolls I got for 150 from Pomona car swap meet I have a 250 straight 6

Slammed66 · 02-20-2012, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by juanz1947

Here the aluminum Rad 2 roll I think it 1 inch rolls I got for 150 from Pomona car swap meet I have a 250 straight 6

Kool thanks fella's this is the look im wanting now to find a retailer.

pomonas a long drive, id do it again. but its a loooong drive hahaha

**LostMy65** · 12-14-2012, 04:12 PM

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Originally Posted by GMR-PERFORMANCE

Thats a champion for my 62

Do you have a pic of it installed?
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GMR-PERFORMANCE · 12-14-2012, 04:18 PM

Yes but not at a great angle it fits 100% like stock. I posted a pic of the stocker vs the champion 100% match. I have a stock fan shroud that is trimmed back a bit but other than that it works great even on a 408 SBC with 11.2 comp ratio no issues in AZ heat at all. Metal fan with clutch as well.. Keep it simple

GMR-PERFORMANCE · 12-14-2012, 04:25 PM

side by side

**LostMy65** · 12-14-2012, 05:05 PM

Recently online I saw a 60-62 aluminum one that had the forming across the top similar to an original.
I'll see if I can find the pic and post it.
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willyp · 12-14-2012, 05:49 PM

3 row champion installed with shoud and 16 inch electric fan..fits great and works well.

ChevyFreak60 · 12-14-2012, 09:54 PM

Nice looking rads!! I think I am going to have to replace the one on my blue 65 k10, thanks for posting.

**LostMy65** · 12-15-2012, 12:20 AM

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Originally Posted by LostMy65

Recently online I saw a 60-62 aluminum one that had the forming across the top similar to an original.
I'll see if I can find the pic and post it.
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Found it:
<<edit>>
I can't get the link to work while I'm mobile.
It's on ebay as a 60-62 Chevy Truck Aluminum Stamped Radiator.

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travz500 · 12-15-2012, 12:59 AM

willyp where did you get that radiator? did it come with the shroud and electric fan? I like the way it fits in there

**Captainfab** · 12-15-2012, 01:26 AM

Here's the link.....

http://www.ebay.com/itm/60-62-CHEVRO...3b4eaa&vxp=mtr

I do like that look also.

Quote:

Originally Posted by LostMy65

Found it:
<<edit>>
I can't get the link to work while I'm mobile.
It's on ebay as a 60-62 Chevy Truck Aluminum Stamped Radiator.

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willyp · 12-15-2012, 01:34 PM

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Originally Posted by travz500

willyp where did you get that radiator? did it come with the shroud and electric fan? I like the way it fits in there

http://www.radiators4less.com/

it came with the shourd and fan..but it was extra $$

great customer service, good price and the people are nice.

64tantruck · 12-15-2012, 08:07 PM

Good Pics. We bought the same champion radiator 4 core. Hope it keeps the 327 cool. Nice to see different setups with elec fans etc...

Glenn

doobiebro · 12-15-2012, 11:57 PM

Champion all the way....

64tantruck · 12-16-2012, 09:23 AM

DoobieBro.

Love that grille. Is that a 60 or 61? Im a 64 guy, but were working on a 61 for my wife.
the PO painted ours body color. Cant believe what it would cost to get it chromed.

Nice looking truck.

Glenn

**Chevy Fleetside** · 12-16-2012, 12:33 PM

I will just throw mine in just so I can post something...

doobiebro · 12-16-2012, 08:50 PM

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Originally Posted by 64tantruck

DoobieBro.

Love that grille. Is that a 60 or 61? Im a 64 guy, but were working on a 61 for my wife.
the PO painted ours body color. Cant believe what it would cost to get it chromed.

Nice looking truck.

Glenn

1960 grill and it cost me a pretty penny to get it chromed...

**TR65** · 12-16-2012, 10:41 PM

My Champion core is leaking. Chinese I think.

Here is the Griffin to replace it in my 65. This is the 600 hp version with inlet and outlet set up for the LS motors. Would be a perfect fit except that I got the 600 hp instead of the 400 hp so the core and tanks are too thick. I will have to fab the brackets.

All parts including the tanks and core are made in SC. I visited the factory. They have a large library of antique radiators to make patterns from.

TR

jchav62 · 12-17-2012, 12:46 PM

We have a Champion in the '65. Scored it here from a fellow member.

theastronaut · 12-17-2012, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by TR65

My Champion core is leaking. Chinese I think.

Here is the Griffin to replace it in my 65. This is the 600 hp version with inlet and outlet set up for the LS motors. Would be a perfect fit except that I got the 600 hp instead of the 400 hp so the core and tanks are too thick. I will have to fab the brackets.

All parts including the tanks and core are made in SC. I visited the factory. They have a large library of antique radiators to make patterns from.

TR

Thanks for posting that, that's exactly what I'm wanting to use in my '66. Griffin is close to us too so I'll definitely look into using one when I get to that point with my build. I like the stamped top that looks similar to the original radiator. Do you have a part number for it?

mr andrerson · 12-17-2012, 02:13 PM

Been using a griffin in my 65 with a 230 for a while now... works awsome, best yet, no leaks... i was amazed that american quality could be had at such a cheap price.

**TR65** · 12-17-2012, 02:26 PM

Astro,

The part number for the one I have is 6-563AR-JXX.
That number is for LS motors, up to 600 hp. Note that a bung for the steam vent is included. Mine does not have the tranny cooler, that would be another number.

If you have any questions or want to order direct call

Alan DiUmberto (sales manager) 864-845-5000, or alan@griffinrad.com

Good luck,

TR

02-16-2012, 09:12 PM	#1
Slammed66 Needs a Big Block Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Red Deer , Alberta Posts: 1,198	Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? Hey fella's I'm in the market for a radiator for my 64. I want aluminum , and I'd like the tank to look moulded more then fabricated. Show me what ya got and where ya got it! Thanks in advance Slammed66 Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 1964 Short box On dropmembers and billets 1962 Suburban family cruiser 1972 K10

02-17-2012, 10:29 AM	#2
GMR-PERFORMANCE Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Keller TX Posts: 836	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? Thats a champion for my 62 Attached Images __________________ 62 long box with a little SBC http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=510631 http://good-times.webshots.com/album/561798652HdwqzG

02-17-2012, 11:52 AM	#3
vin63 It's Better With Nitro Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Chino Hills, CA Posts: 2,261	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? __________________ 1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads 4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch Tubular front and rear suspension Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes

02-18-2012, 12:33 AM	#4
juanz1947 rusty 66 Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: wrightwood ca Posts: 462	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? Here the aluminum Rad 2 roll I think it 1 inch rolls I got for 150 from Pomona car swap meet I have a 250 straight 6 __________________ 1947 chevy fleetmaster http://www.cbforum.net/forum/ 1966 chevy c10 long bed http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=439219 1970 chevy impala custom http://www.layitlow.com/forums/index...pic=349867&hl=

12-14-2012, 04:18 PM	#7
GMR-PERFORMANCE Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Keller TX Posts: 836	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? Yes but not at a great angle it fits 100% like stock. I posted a pic of the stocker vs the champion 100% match. I have a stock fan shroud that is trimmed back a bit but other than that it works great even on a 408 SBC with 11.2 comp ratio no issues in AZ heat at all. Metal fan with clutch as well.. Keep it simple Attached Images __________________ 62 long box with a little SBC http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=510631 http://good-times.webshots.com/album/561798652HdwqzG

12-14-2012, 04:25 PM	#8
GMR-PERFORMANCE Registered User Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Keller TX Posts: 836	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? side by side Attached Images __________________ 62 long box with a little SBC http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=510631 http://good-times.webshots.com/album/561798652HdwqzG

12-14-2012, 05:05 PM	#9
LostMy65 But Found Her 25yrs Later! Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Oregon City, Oregon Posts: 10,468	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? Recently online I saw a 60-62 aluminum one that had the forming across the top similar to an original. I'll see if I can find the pic and post it. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 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

12-14-2012, 05:49 PM	#10
willyp Registered User Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Houston TX Posts: 362	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? 3 row champion installed with shoud and 16 inch electric fan..fits great and works well. Attached Images __________________ The price of cool aint cheap.

12-14-2012, 09:54 PM	#11
ChevyFreak60 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Nambe, New Mexico Posts: 407	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? Nice looking rads!! I think I am going to have to replace the one on my blue 65 k10, thanks for posting. __________________ 1960 Chevy Stepside 2wd 1966 Chevy Fleetside 2wd 1965 Chevy Suburban 2wd 1965 Chevy Fleetside 4X4 1960 Chevy Fleetside BBW 2wd

12-15-2012, 12:59 AM	#13
travz500 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: ozawkie ks Posts: 945	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? willyp where did you get that radiator? did it come with the shroud and electric fan? I like the way it fits in there

12-15-2012, 08:07 PM	#16
64tantruck Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Jamesville NY Posts: 225	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? Good Pics. We bought the same champion radiator 4 core. Hope it keeps the 327 cool. Nice to see different setups with elec fans etc... Glenn

12-15-2012, 11:57 PM	#17
doobiebro Registered User Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Chaparral NM Posts: 688	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? Champion all the way.... Attached Images __________________ CURRENT & PAST CHEVY TRUCKS 60 C-10 Apache short step side 62 C-10 short step side 66 GMC Long bed fleet side 305 V-6 77 C-20 Custom Deluxe (Blue Goose)

12-16-2012, 09:23 AM	#18
64tantruck Registered User Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: Jamesville NY Posts: 225	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? DoobieBro. Love that grille. Is that a 60 or 61? Im a 64 guy, but were working on a 61 for my wife. the PO painted ours body color. Cant believe what it would cost to get it chromed. Nice looking truck. Glenn

12-16-2012, 12:33 PM	#19
Chevy Fleetside Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: San Francisco Posts: 4,775	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? I will just throw mine in just so I can post something... Attached Images __________________ "A man and his truck, what a beautiful thing" 65 Short Fleetside BBC 65 Long Fleetside 283 3 on the tree for now. my build thread http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=259536

12-16-2012, 10:41 PM	#21
TR65 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 873	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? My Champion core is leaking. Chinese I think. Here is the Griffin to replace it in my 65. This is the 600 hp version with inlet and outlet set up for the LS motors. Would be a perfect fit except that I got the 600 hp instead of the 400 hp so the core and tanks are too thick. I will have to fab the brackets. All parts including the tanks and core are made in SC. I visited the factory. They have a large library of antique radiators to make patterns from. TR Attached Images __________________ 1965 C10 SWB Fleet Two owner LS2 Swap Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=413880



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12-17-2012, 12:46 PM	#22
jchav62 1962 C-10 Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Las Vegas, New Mexico Posts: 4,978	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? We have a Champion in the '65. Scored it here from a fellow member. __________________ Joseph Chavez "See the USA in a Chevrolet!!" ......................_____ .........________//__{\_____ ,,,,,,,/__(O)___//___/__(O)_/ 1962 C10 Shortbed Fleetside 327/th350 GV overdrive 1974 C10 Longbed Fleetside 350/th350 "The Trash Truck" 1999 Chevy 2500 OBS, Longbed 5.7/4L80E 4x4 2015 GMC Sierra SLE 1500 4x4

12-17-2012, 02:13 PM	#24
mr andrerson Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: riverside ca Posts: 152	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? Been using a griffin in my 65 with a 230 for a while now... works awsome, best yet, no leaks... i was amazed that american quality could be had at such a cheap price.

12-17-2012, 02:26 PM	#25
TR65 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 873	Re: Aluminum rads! Who's got em and wants to show em off?? Astro, The part number for the one I have is 6-563AR-JXX. That number is for LS motors, up to 600 hp. Note that a bung for the steam vent is included. Mine does not have the tranny cooler, that would be another number. If you have any questions or want to order direct call Alan DiUmberto (sales manager) 864-845-5000, or alan@griffinrad.com Good luck, TR __________________ 1965 C10 SWB Fleet Two owner LS2 Swap Thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=413880

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