Radiator repair

56starfire

I just brought the radiator for my 49 into a shop for repair, it needs a new core and I was quoted $800 with new core and labor. I just about fell over, the last recore I did about 1-2 years ago for a mid sixties chev was about $450, has copper gone up that much lately? Any help on finding a company that can do this more reasonable would be appreciated.
Mike

LHudson

Just had one recored for the Jet this fall. It cost me 365. A friend got a alum. one for his tri-5 chevy for under 300. If originality is not a issue, look into the alum. ones. L Hud

[Deleted User]

If you dont need original ,Dodge truck from the 80's-90's will fit with little effort,
Roger

kamzack

I bought a hi effiency core from Detroit Raditor for around 300.00. Paid a shop 60.00 to put it together. You will need specific measurements. They have a website and will sell direct to end consumer. I don't have cooling problems. I run a 6 volt fan in front and don't run a water pimp fan. Fan is useless above 30 mph.
Kim

hudshornet

I have a recored hornet radiator if your are interested. It has never been in a car. I was just getting ready to list it on ebay. I was thinking maybe 300 + shipping? You can email me or post here or call. Email is hbablerhet@sbcglobal.net (remove the het) or my phone is 817 three oh 8 6747

Glowplug

Recently replaced a previously recored radiator in a stepdown using a Dodge van radiator. As previously mentioned these radiators fit the available space with little modification. The radiators capacity keeps temperatures down and the thickness assures room for mechanical and electrical fans. Best part is the cost. < $200.

[Deleted User]

Not sure if I am going forward with my '56 Twin - H Horent restoration that I already removed radiator which looks in good shape. Just in case, I'd like to learn more about Dodge Van Radiator; what year, model and modification were required? Also like to explore other Detriot Radiator option, what were specification/measurements used to order from Detroit Radiator?
Thanks,
Ray

[Deleted User]

From the PDF "out there" by Richie Hodge on using a Dodge Radiator........

Selecting the radiator
As I frequent Classic Cars’ Hudson forum I started my search reading all the applicable threads. The information I found was used as my starting point. The threads suggested using a radiator from a mid to late eighties Dodge B 200 van (with a 360 engine), or a 1995 and up aluminum Honda Passport radiator. So, I set out to find and measure many different years of Dodge van and pickup radiators. The radiator found in 1976 thru 1978 Dodge vans appeared to best suited for my application. While I know there are probably other makes of cars and trucks which may work I selected the Dodge configuration.

Purchasing a radiator
After settling on the Dodge solution, I bought a radiator from AutoZone. The part number I purchased was #433889, a three row radiator. My total outlay for the radiator was $192.00 including tax. This radiator comes with a warranty but as soon as you modify it the warranty is void