schilitj

Did a search and found a discussion of this topic posted in 2005, very informative. But, that was 4 years ago.

My 05 has a forged 402 stroker with a procharger D1SC, it's a Z51, 6 speed with heads, cam, headers, etc.

I live in SE FL and the temps are hot and humid.

Need to replace the radiator, did a stupid thing and ran over something that busted the radiator cradle, fan schroud and nicked up the radiator. My insurance company gave me money to replace the cradle, schroud AND radiator.

The car is my every day drive. I don't drag race (anymore) and I'm not into road racing.

So, which one?

Thanks in advance,

Jeff

Thule

both of them are best quality radiators but the dewitts is making direct fit raditors.so you can choose dewitts radiators..

C6400hp

They are both high quality and are both what I would call direct fit.
I can only speak personally about Ron davis racing in that their customer service is outstanding and way above and beyond what their obligations were in my situation. That said, i think you would be very happy with either one.

AORoads

I agree with C6400; in all the time I've been on 2 different CF forums, I've only read of one negative instance re the two companies mentioned. And I do recall it was more the car owner's issue than the companies. Both have outstanding reputations imo.

CPG1962

Who knows? I have a Dewitts and its great as is the quality and fit.
The only negative I would say is lack of information related to hooking of the dual SPAL fan should you choose to go that route.

John Dingman

Let me say that Ron Davis makes very nice radiators but they do tend to cost a little more than a DeWitts. With that said, I would think anyone of the items below would be enough to tip the scales in our direction.

DeWitts ...

1. Is a forum sponsor and participates in threads!
2. builds our own cores in Michigan (everyone else buys them)
3. offers a three year warranty
4. specializes in Corvette only
5. uses one piece, press formed end tanks
6. does not use epoxy
7. offers all C6 cooler options (IE base car, Z51, Z06, ZR1)
8. Ships in 3-5 days, if not in stock
9. is the prefered supplier of Corvette racing C6R
0. Attends major Corvette shows

C6400hp

Thats awesome. The three year warranty is outstanding! Thanks Dewitts.

oneblackvette

Dewitts

Gearhead Jim

I had a Bee-Cool (sp?) in our 2001 and it started leaking after a year. Replaced with another Bee-Cool and that one also started leaking after a year. I'd definitely choose a different brand.

EuroRod

I have a Ron Davis in my LT4 powered 944 Porsche and my ProCharged 2005 C6. Great quality, great service, and they work as advertised. I highly recommend their products.

YLOFEVR

I have a DeWitts for my Z51 MN6 and the larger DeWitts was actually easier to get in than the OEM was taking it out. It is extremely well made as noted above and I'd buy it again for the same reason I own one. Great product, great price, great results. Thanx for your participation on the Forum, Tom.

1bdasvt

I should have My De Witts in a few days!!

schilitj

John

As a result of your post and comments from other CF members, I've asked my shop, Horsepower Sales to order me a DeWitts.

Thanks,

jeff

John Dingman

Thanks to All

johnodrake

I am happy with my DeWitts

Wayne O

Personally, I'd go with the Ron Davis radiator mainly because I know more guys that use them with good results. Also, mechanics I trust and performance shops I deal with also recommend Ron Davis radiators.