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Anyone got any recommendations on the replacement of their radiator core support? LMC has the 4 hole (25 1/2” hole to hole) needed for my 79 F150 302 Styleside pickup. Cost $265. Another is Auto Krafters - Cost $ $400. Shipping is normally around $150. NPD - $267. Anyone recently purchase one for their 73-79 truck?
For that kind of money, I would find a nice original core. If you can't though, I would just buy the cheapest one. I'm sure they are all repopped from the same factory in China and all have the same poor fitment.
Good luck
X2 I would search HARD for a OEM used one. Craigslist for a front clip for sale, maybe even a complete "parts" truck.
Ask your FTE state chapter folks? Ohio: https://www.ford-trucks.com/forums/forum91/
I have been really happy with Dynacorn body pats. Good quality and reasonable prices.
They have a two hole and four hole variation for the core supports. PN 3136 and 3135 respectively. You will have to source through a local dealer. Dynacorn will refer you to a dealer via Dynacorn.com.