Need Radiator Restored

[Robert P.]

Looking for someone that could restore a 71 LT1 radiator. Thanks for any help. Bob

[Jack H.]

Re: Need Radiator Restored

Most local radiator shops will do a decent job of repairing original brass radiators. Things to watch out when a local shop does the job and your objective is for a factory concours job include:]

(1) Will he attach an 'ID' plate? Most shops want some way to identify their work for warranty purposes and will use a wire-on tag if you insist.

(2) What color will they repaint it? Most use a FULL gloss black that's obviously brighter than factory original.

(3) What do you want done about bent cooling fins? Most shops leave them 'as is' because it's a VERY tedious time consuming job to hand straighten the fins even with a fin straightening tool...

[Patrick H.]

Re: Need Radiator Restored

and, most cores that a radiator shop would sell you are not 100% correct. DeWitts does sell the correct middle piece, but you have to use your original end tanks.

http://www.dewitts.com/pages/productdetail.asp?ProdID=263

Patrick

[Robert P.]

Re: Need Radiator Restored

Thanks for the info. Called DeWitts,They have what I need and they are about 30 miles from me. Thanks again Bob