Xtremejr
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Post by Xtremejr on Feb 2, 2013 20:37:54 GMT -5
Ok guys its time I replace my radiator. Im looking for aftermarket or original look a likes. Im on a budget for a part like this but also need it to pretty much be a bolt on installation since me and my wife will be welcoming our first child into this world in august. I still have money for oldsmobile but it will be cut back a little. Any and all leads will be greatly appreciated. I just dont know what would work best for a 400 engine other than what summit and sites like it tell you.
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Xtremejr
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Post by Xtremejr on Feb 2, 2013 20:49:46 GMT -5
I didnt add before that my budget is around 300-400$$ Tops with everything including petcock already installed. Car is non AC so just a plain jane system thats bolt on and ready to use.
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Post by BR[] on Feb 2, 2013 22:58:15 GMT -5
Why not have yours recored? (4 core)
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Xtremejr
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Post by Xtremejr on Feb 3, 2013 11:56:02 GMT -5
It would need to be recorded and also welded due to a leak on the lower hose connecting shaft. I had never looked into repair not knowing if its worth it.
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Post by shane on Feb 3, 2013 12:22:13 GMT -5
Back in 96 i had a 4 core recored for the 68 olds it was $75 back then. not sure what it would cost today but I'm sure its still cheaper then new.
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Post by tp on Feb 3, 2013 14:14:59 GMT -5
about 500.00 is what i paid 4 core with larger tubes
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Post by BR[] on Feb 3, 2013 14:31:15 GMT -5
I've had them done for $200 (standard 4 core regular tubes)
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Post by RAM Z on Feb 3, 2013 15:19:42 GMT -5
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Post by BR[] on Feb 3, 2013 19:58:39 GMT -5
OK ...... I'm old and make mistakes. This one's for you Z
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Post by Xtremejr on Feb 4, 2013 9:18:53 GMT -5
Thanks for the input. I can deal with 200 to have mine fixed, however 500 is i little steep right now.
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Post by stan65cutlass on Feb 4, 2013 11:32:05 GMT -5
my neighbor is a rad guy, ive had two four cores done by him and both over $600. that was the neighbor buddy price. otherwise a $800 rad. he cant compete now with the plastic and aluminum rads you can get over the counter for $180
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Post by real57vetteguy on Feb 4, 2013 19:31:49 GMT -5
I'm running a Champion CC284 aluminum in mine. I did lot of research before buying it, I am really pleased with the fit and finish. You should be able to pick up one for 210.00 - 250.00 new!
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Post by rag on Feb 6, 2013 19:42:36 GMT -5
Here in Albuquerque I reuse the original tanks and the local shop orders a new high efficient 4 "ROW" CORE, less than $400 complete job. Done it for all my cars.
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