Almost done with 3 core radiator install

[ssms5411]

I have had to make a few adjustments but not bad , just need to modify 1 hose end and connect the trans lines, put the fans on and upper shroud and fill and bleed the air and it should be good. I ordered a 1500cc 10" fan to mount on the intercooler to push air in to help with air flow. Problems were having this radiator 2 inches thick and about 2 inches longer, height about the same. So it is a challange, I like it I have been working on and off for about 4 days now just measuring cutting and modifying which I like to do. I changed the bottom hose since it has never been changed, modified the trans inputs so I could use mine off the other barbed fitting I used. I made mounting brackets for the condenser and working on fan brackets and will use a foam sealant around the radiator. Will see how it turns out , I think about 2-3 more days if everything goes well.

[Mighty Thor]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

3 core will definately keep your coolant cool alright. I guess that would be ideal for your turbo setup.

What type of radiator is it?

I've been about getting a 3 or 4 core radiator for my Fiero myself. Since I do have plans for a SC L67. I think it's Fluidyne was the one I was looking at last time I dived into this.

[ssms5411]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

Its a Champion 82-92 Camaro $225 shipped seems alright so far as far as hook ups. I have to mod the return the lower part on the radiator but that is no problem just using a old piece and then using my coupler that will hook on to the turbo for the water drain. Then I just need to hook up my tranny lines since I have a B&M super cooler also with the radiator. Then just hooking up the fans and shroud. I hope the 10" fan mounted on the intercooler will help also, I will wire it up to my fog light switch so I can turn it on and off. Will see how it works. I'll post some pics here soon, have to stop for the night. I saw the other prices for Alm radiators and saw a post about the Champion and thought I would try it. So far only a few modifcations but will see once it is all together. I can't walk anymore so I'm done too much pain. I'll see if my wife will get some pics for me.LOL I got a pic of the stock one and then the 3 core in the engine bay with some more work to be done. Will post final pics once finished with the fan on intercooler too.

[ssms5411]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

So I had to modify the stock fan shroud alot and splice a bigger end on the return hose line and modify the trans line holes on the radiator but it all went together, just need to put some lines on and modify the top plastic peice and should be done tomorrow. And of course fill up the radiator 70 water/ 30 coolant with some RP ice and top off the trans fluid. I'll post how much temp drops if any.LOL

[flamingchicken]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

looks awesome steve!

[ssms5411]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

Thanks , took some time fitting another 1" deep and 2" longer in the stock location but it worked with some man handling it.LOL I just hope it runs at least 20 degrees cooler at least.

[Blizzard242]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

I see my car is coming along nicely. When do you expect to deliver it?

[flamingchicken]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

looks awesome steve!

man, what was i drinking...what i meant was, it looks like crap, and if you expect blizzard to take that car in that bad of condition, you will have to do better than that.

[ssms5411]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

Its fuuny your already boosted I'm not so your ahead of me, If I have surgery on the 17th or that week I'll have to wait another 2 months to start the pipping so it will be 4 months total , then I need the back surgery so I might have the pipes made becuase I don't know how long I'll be down. I need to swap my rear shocks next to the QA-1's before the surgery.

[ssms5411]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

man, what was i drinking...what i meant was, it looks like crap, and if you expect blizzard to take that car in that bad of condition, you will have to do better than that.

Quit drinking Trans-X in rotts the brain. LOL

[Blizzard242]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

man, what was i drinking...what i meant was, it looks like crap, and if you expect blizzard to take that car in that bad of condition, you will have to do better than that.

I'm glad you understand my standards.

Its fuuny your already boosted I'm not so your ahead of me, If I have surgery on the 17th or that week I'll have to wait another 2 months to start the pipping so it will be 4 months total , then I need the back surgery so I might have the pipes made becuase I don't know how long I'll be down. I need to swap my rear shocks next to the QA-1's before the surgery.

Yeah I'm boosted. But it's not nice and neat how I'd like it to be. So, 4 months then? P.S. 2 boosted cars are better than 1. :poke:

Quit drinking Trans-X in rotts the brain. LOL

So what are you saying? Trans-X does something bad?! Blasphemy!

So are you gonna be getting on the forums when you're all drugged up typing jibberish? I hope so.

[flamingchicken]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

So what are you saying? Trans-X does something bad?! Blasphemy!

So are you gonna be getting on the forums when you're all drugged up typing jibberish? I hope so.

how dare you speak of trans x that way!

[ssms5411]

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So are you gonna be getting on the forums when you're all drugged up typing jibberish? I hope so.[/QUOTE]

I do that everyday, unless I'm passed out for that day.LOL

[ssms5411]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

I had a few leaks today so I used so RTV and will have to wait until tomorrow to test it again. Damm thing has been fun at first but now it is pissing me off.

[Blizzard242]

Re: Almost done with 3 core radiator install

I had a few leaks today so I used so RTV and will have to wait until tomorrow to test it again. Damm thing has been fun at first but now it is pissing me off.

Yeah, i can't find my fuggin exhaust leaks throwin off my wideband. Unless the RTV blew out. It was fun at first, but now it's pissing me off.

Let's just play chicken with the damn things.