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Old 05-07-2015, 09:52 AM
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Hi guys,
My radiator has a crack and needs to be replaced. I did some searching and most everything I found is old information. Has anyone replaced one lately and which aftermarket radiator is most recommended. My car is a 96 collectors in stock form and I live in southern Louisiana so its hot down here! LOL

Thanks in advance for the help guys!
Old 05-07-2015, 09:59 AM
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I replaced mine a few years ago with a Dewitt's radiator. High quality radiator and works well. It cost more but well worth it to me.I have a 95
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Originally Posted by enventr
I replaced mine a few years ago with a Dewitt's radiator. High quality radiator and works well. It cost more but well worth it to me.I have a 95
I did the Same on my 95!

You can find Radiators at a Cheaper Price, say $100 Less, but the Build Quality is Questionable, and my Cooling System is just too Important..
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Dewitt's has proven itself. There is nothing else to say.


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thanks guys,
I'm gonna go with the Dewitts. Is there a how to video here somewhere? thanks
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I am having a duel core radiator installed next week. I figure if your going to install 1,might as well get a duel coreI will report on what I think of the build quality and post up pics of it.
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try this link on youtube

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Just don't buy one of those cheap, made in China, Engineered Cooling Products radiators like the one shown in that youtube video!
A Dewitts drop in aluminum radiator doesn't require any modifications to the rubber mounting pads or the radiator shroud.... just drops right in!

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Originally Posted by MikeIz 82VETTE
thanks guys,
I'm gonna go with the Dewitts.
Wise choice.
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thanks fellas,
I am going with the single since she all stock with exception of exhaust system.
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Originally Posted by 3JsVette
Wise choice.
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Originally Posted by PLRX
Dewitt's has proven itself. There is nothing else to say.
is there anything you had to modify to make the dewitt radiator fit or did everything just pop in place with all the hardware that came with it?
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Had a Dewitts in my 89 and will put one in my 96 when it needs it. Do it right the first time. It may be a bit pricey but it will be piece of mind.

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