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Old Mar 31, 2023 | 07:35 PM
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What brand radiator are people running these days since Spectra isn't in the picture anymore?
 
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Old Mar 31, 2023 | 09:09 PM
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Champion 2 row with 1" tubes.
 
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Recore on original with Made in USA copper core
 
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Old Apr 1, 2023 | 05:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Mark8man
Recore on original with Made in USA copper core
That's true if $700-800 is in the budget.
 
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Old Apr 1, 2023 | 11:23 AM
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Depends, if truck is going to keep going for another 50 years like the original did $800 is only $16 a year or $1.33 a month. I do understand the $800 as being a lot. I need a new radiator for my 78, so just saving since not everyday driver.
 
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Old Apr 1, 2023 | 11:45 AM
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I went with a Summit Racing Classic OEM Fit radiator. It is copper/brass and I paid about $550 for it. Looks exactly like the original and works prefect. I highly recommend them.
 
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Old Apr 1, 2023 | 12:13 PM
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Recore recommended. Also check ThermoSolutions for a copper brass replacement. Both $700.
 
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Old Apr 1, 2023 | 12:51 PM
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Ron Davis, fit like a glove! Even had to put a regular thermostat back in it because it was running to cool with the thermostat with a bypass. By too cool I mean my Edelbrock Pro Flo 4 wouldn’t get up to temp to activate the learn program. Highly recommend the ground kit on all aluminum radiators.





 
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Old Apr 1, 2023 | 01:40 PM
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That's true if $700-800 is in the budget.
Guess it depends on the shop $500
 
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My shop quoted me about 450 to record mine.
 
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https://www.summitracing.com/parts/s...-150/year/1979

Crazy how much radiators are for a stock appearing replacement.
 
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https://www.npdlink.com/product/radiator/135218/51484
 
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I paid $588 to have my original radiator completely refurbished with new cores and had an extra core added. I know it depends on the region you're in, the shop you're dealing with, and the sad fact that in the year since I had the work done we've seen even more inflation, but in my opinion it was the best option.
 
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Originally Posted by Viper Pilot
I paid $588 to have my original radiator completely refurbished with new cores and had an extra core added. I know it depends on the region you're in, the shop you're dealing with, and the sad fact that in the year since I had the work done we've seen even more inflation, but in my opinion it was the best option.
I think that's the choice I'm sticking with. Makes the most sense for me.
 
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I do have to admit that the Ron Davis setup looks really nice. I'm guessing that ain't cheap though.
 
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