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Reproduction Radiators #151444
11/15/08 08:15 PM
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Where is a good sorce to purchase a reproduction
radiator for my 68 Charger? I have checked prices at Year One and they want a small forture for theirs. Can you recommend any other sites to check.
Thanks Joe

Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: moparjo68] #151445
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Try GLENRAY radiators. They display at most major shows and are out of Wisconsin I believe.

Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: moparjohn] #151446
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if you think YO is expensive Glen RAy will be even more.

Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: moparjo68] #151447
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Unless your charger is a hemi you should be able to buy an original and have it restored for far less than a reproduction.

Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: pettyblue440] #151448
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Say what you will about Glen-Rays prices, there is NOTHING on the market even remotely similar to an original other than thiers. That's why I'm a dealer for them, I only carry the best.

Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: moparjo68] #151449
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Buy directly from US Radiators, they have standard core, and upgraded micro tube radiators, that look original,(no part #'s) and bolt in,.....only issuse I have with them is the clocking of the cap neck tangs,( the cap will lock at 10 and 4, instead of 9 and 3, in regard to the cap ears).......priced about $250-$500 depending on how, what,you need



Glen-Ray offerers a very nice, correct, complete radiator, if it's in your budget, $500-$1000 recommended if your a "numbers" kinda guy

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Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: moparjo68] #151450
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Quote:

Where is a good sorce to purchase a reproduction
radiator for my 68 Charger? I have checked prices at Year One and they want a small forture for theirs. Can you recommend any other sites to check.
Thanks Joe




Just to cover the bases...

Do you have a radiator right now for the car? A local radiator shop will put in a new core using your old end tanks and side brackets.

Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: DAYCLONA] #151451
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I purchased one from US Radiator for my '68 Barracuda and wasn't too happy with it. In addition to the cap being clocked wrong, the overflow nipple was on the wrong side and there were no tabs to hold the overflow hose like the original radiator. I had to ream the mounting holes to bolt it up. It looked like I had soldered it together,(not good). The edge of the top tank was bent a little when they installed it so they just filled the gap with solder.
I went ahead and used it as I was wanting to drive the car immediately but looking back I should have returned it. It was functional but no where near 'right'.
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Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: MOBodyman] #151452
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Have Glen Ray re-build yours with a modern core and keep it orig looking. Did mine for $500 and it is better than orig in looks and function. The US Radiator will not keep the stock look and value to your car.

Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: autoxcuda] #151453
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Just to cover the bases...

Do you have a radiator right now for the car? A local radiator shop will put in a new core using your old end tanks and side brackets.




No sorry to say I do not have my original radiator, or any radiator for this car. That's why i'm open to all responses where this project is concerned...Thanks to all

Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: moparjo68] #151454
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What radiator do you need?

Big-block vs. small block??
22" vs. 26"??

Re: Reproduction Radiators [Re: 6bblgt] #151455
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Car came off the assembly line with a 318, but have replaced it with a 383, the big block. How do I know if I need the 22 or 26 inch?







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