1967 BB Radiator

[Jeff B.]

The original radiator on my 427-390 4-spd A/C coupe has suffered from overheating for several years. I now have noticed some miniscule leaking around both tanks. Am wanting to replace the radiator, but with the everchanging availability, and possible quality issues, with so many parts suppliers, was hoping to get some input from you more knowledgeable members as to what would be the best option. I have owned this car since 1978, and maintained it as original "looking" as possible. Any guidance and suggestions would be appreciated.

[Arland D.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

Hard to beat DeWitt radiators.

https://www.dewitts.com/collections/corvette-aluminum-radiators/products/1967-1968-bb-copper-brass-radiator

[Leif A.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

Hard to beat DeWitt radiators.

https://www.dewitts.com/collections/...brass-radiator

I would say, impossible to beat DeWitt Radiators.

[Peter M.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

Jeff,
I have a 67 427-390hp coupe with air conditioning. It has a Dewitt's aluminum direct fit rad in it, I am very happy with it. I agree with the others about the quality of their radiators.
Kind regards

[Mark M.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

Jeff that radiator is the old copper brass design used for many years and new centers for most are usually available. Your original tanks are sweated off and reused. While they are off it's best to fix dents. The original Harrison brass tanks usually hold up well. Radiator shops that do these recores are still around. About 12 years ago I had one done for a 67 427 car and the standard core or one with additional 3 rows for better cooling was offered. We went with the extra 3 rows and NCRS and Bloomington never noticed. I don't know the current availability and price but 12 years ago I believe it was around 200-300 dollars. If you can't find someone near you, I can check with the same rad shop I've been using for over 40 years to see what's available now.

[Stephen L.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

I agree with Mark Mead. Get your original radiator recored. You'll have the original tank etc. when complete. I also had my 67 BB recored about 15 years ago. Still going strong. Make sure you get the original drain valve back......... as well as the ID tag

[Lawrence S.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

I have had several original radiators recored at The Cooling Center in Charlotte. Terry is the owner and does a great job. His phone number is 704 399-6273

[Jeff B.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

Many thanks to all who responded. Am checking locally for an experienced radiator shop for a recore. Appreciate all comments and advice.

[Patrick H.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

Also, be sure they use the original upper and lower braces when they recore it. Your originals have square notches in them; replacements will not.

[Ron L.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

Jeff - I have what I believe is a C2 BB Harrison radiator which I had rebuilt about 6 months back. It has never been in a car after the rebuild. The radiator came out of a 64 convertible I am restoring. The reason I think it is a 67 is that my car also had a 67 Stinger Hood on it, so I am guessing that a previous owner may have used a 67 for parts. The car originally came out of California and had a spoiler added, flared fenders, shaved turn signals - apparently a fad in the late 60's, early 70's to mimic the Grand Sport. Although I have restored a trip 5 Chevy, I am a rookie at this Corvette business - only after I had the radiator rebuilt did I realize it was not for a sbc. I have since ordered the correct radiator. Anyways, if you are interested, I could send photos to you. I would like to have $150 for the radiator which is the cost I have in the rebuild, and of course shipping cost from 83651. Let me know. Ron

[Joe L.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

Jeff - I have what I believe is a C2 BB Harrison radiator which I had rebuilt about 6 months back. It has never been in a car after the rebuild. The radiator came out of a 64 convertible I am restoring. The reason I think it is a 67 is that my car also had a 67 Stinger Hood on it, so I am guessing that a previous owner may have used a 67 for parts. The car originally came out of California and had a spoiler added, flared fenders, shaved turn signals - apparently a fad in the late 60's, early 70's to mimic the Grand Sport. Although I have restored a trip 5 Chevy, I am a rookie at this Corvette business - only after I had the radiator rebuilt did I realize it was not for a sbc. I have since ordered the correct radiator. Anyways, if you are interested, I could send photos to you. I would like to have $150 for the radiator which is the cost I have in the rebuild, and of course shipping cost from 83651. Let me know. Ron

Ron------


For info, NO 1963-67 Corvette small block originally was equipped with a copper-brass radiator. Not a single one. All were aluminum with external supply tank. All 1966-67 big blocks except L-88 were equipped with a copper-brass radiator with no external supply tank.

[Ron L.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

Joe - I understand that. Someone put a BB radiator in my 64 and took out the external supply tank. So, the one I have to get rid of is a BB Harrison.

[Joe L.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

Joe - I understand that. Someone put a BB radiator in my 64 and took out the external supply tank. So, the one I have to get rid of is a BB Harrison.

Ron-----


Are you sure it's an actual BB radiator? There are lots of copper-brass radiators with a configuration similar to the 66-67 BB radiator

[Ron L.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

So what do you suggest I look at - it looks like all of the BB radiators I see in the parts catalogs.

[Joe L.]

Re: 1967 BB Radiator

So what do you suggest I look at - it looks like all of the BB radiators I see in the parts catalogs.

Ron------


As I mentioned, there are a lot of radiators that appear similar to the 66-67 Corvette BB radiator. Does it have a metal radiator tag affixed to one of the side tanks with either a part number or a broadcast code on it (a 2 alpha character code)?

What is the radiator support like?

Photos might be of a big help in identifying it.