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: 66 radiator question


Tony66
Feb 21st, 01, 9:19 AM
I'm getting ready to drop a 402 into my malibu and was wondering if the 3 row radiator is sufficient for keeping it cool or if I should go with the more costly 4 row.I was told that these cme stock with the 3 row for 396. Living up here in the northwest the temps in my area are mild and rarely see the high side of 70.Thanks for any info.

Tony66
Feb 21st, 01, 9:54 AM
Hi everyone; I guess what I'm after is what most of you out there run in your BB 66 chevelles. 3 or 4 row and if the 3 row keeps it cool enough. I figure I'll have to put a shroud on it also.My research so far shows 75.00 more for the 4 row and I'd rather use this money elsewhere. Thanks again Tony

bb67H-D
Feb 21st, 01, 10:52 AM
I use an original 3 core rad. in my big block and the temp never goes over 189* even on those hotter than july days [95+] its still under 190 degres.
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Brett
'67
SS396
clone

Tony66
Feb 21st, 01, 4:27 PM
Thanks Brett; I also seen some other replys to the same type question. I think I'll just go with the modine 3 row. Thanks again Tony