Radiator Recommendations?

MidnightPumpkin · Post by **MidnightPumpkin** » Tue Nov 08, 2011 10:31 pm

I'm looking to purchase a new radiator as mine is leaking puddles now. I want a direct fit and so far have noticed that everyone is running a fluidyne. Whats the best bang for your buck in your opinion?

bitten · Post by **bitten** » Wed Nov 09, 2011 12:19 pm

I have a Fluidyne in my '89. I think it is the best value and it is very close to a direct fit. However the screws that hold the stock fan shroud to the top of the radiator are too small for the big holes on the Fluidyne. I am currently fastening them together with zipties

Eventually I'll get something to fit.

buddha · Post by **buddha** » Wed Nov 09, 2011 7:29 pm

I've had everything from a Be-Cool to a FMS one. Currently I'm also running a Fluidyne, and is probably one of the better ones I've used. I know quite a few guys run some of those cheaper, sub $200 radiators with good success.

MidnightPumpkin · Post by **MidnightPumpkin** » Thu Nov 10, 2011 1:12 am

After hours of trying to find reviews on the internet for different radiators I ended up going with the Spectra Premium CU 138 that is offered by Autozone. It came with a limited lifetime warranty and I was able to pick it up for relatively cheap $106. It to is a direct fit and I will install it this weekend. I will try to update my experience with it to let you know if it was worth it or not. If it doesn't preform well I will pull the trigger and install a Fluidyne. Thanks for the help.

jstanley55 · Post by **jstanley55** » Thu Nov 10, 2011 2:08 am

I've run fluidyne in many of my cars and have always been more than impressed with their workmanship and quality. If the one you bought doesn't do it for ya buy a fluidyne. Worth every penny imo. Although I have an aluminum be-cool in my chevelle and I am very happy with it as well.