Need assistance in selecting radiator

[Charles Washington]

Good evening! This is my first post on this forum.

I am in the process of building a 532 CI BBC for my 1979 W-30 Hurst Olds. I am interested in dimensions used by those here for an aluminum replacement. Also, I am interested in a set of dual electric fans (Derale 4000cfm) that would complete the swap.

Any thoughts and information on the brand, size, row numbers, etc. would be appreciated.

 

[565bbchevy]

I have a Griffen 31" x 19" with 2 rows of 1.25" tubes (that I polished) and I am using an Intrepid dual fan set up cooling a 565 BBC that is driven on the street.
I also have a 2 quart Canton coolant recovery tank.

 

[TURNA]

I have this in both my GBody's

Website

http://www.speedcooling.com/radiators/



Ebay

http://rover.ebay.com/rover/1/711-5...0001&campid=5335822911&icep_item=262931749438






My big block chevy runs 180 all day long
My Olds runs 185

 

[Dayzedandkonfuzed]

I'm using a spectra premium CU101 in my Malibu, never see temps above 190 even sitting in traffic in the summer (with a 160 stat and a clutch fan.) It's technically a Caprice rad so it's a tight fit. I bought it as a cost effective option, but the price has since gone up tons up here... A Northern Radiator #205027 fits nice and has a reasonable price tag.

 

[Charles Washington]

Thanks, guys...I like the Griffin Radiator and am curious about the Intrepid fans. I am running a Meizere electric water pump and only have a PS pump and alternator. How is the clearance? I was looking at the Derale dual fans but have a concern about clearance.

Thanks in advance.

 

[565bbchevy]

Thanks, guys...I like the Griffin Radiator and am curious about the Intrepid fans. I am running a Meizere electric water pump and only have a PS pump and alternator. How is the clearance? I was looking at the Derale dual fans but have a concern about clearance.
Thanks in advance.

The Intrepid fans can be bought new for under $100 and fit the 26" core of the radiator with only minor trimming and with my set up I have studs holding my Edelbrock water pump on and there is just enough room to slid it off with the fans in place but it does line up between them.
I also have my fans wired to hi and low manual toggles.