[Ccass]

Which Champion radiator did you purchase? 2, 3 or 4 row?

I'd be really interested in you posting the results of your installation once done.
1. Did the fan shroud fit?
2. Does the OEM cap fit?
3. What temps does it run at idle?
4. What mods did you have to make to get the rubber insulators to fit.
5. What motor is in your Firebird? Any performance upgrades to the motor?

[69FIREBIRD76MM]

I got me one for my 69, 455 aluminum heads. Haven't driven the car yet. Radiator fits fine but not exactly bolt on.

[GregL]

Originally Posted by Ccass

Which Champion radiator did you purchase? 2, 3 or 4 row?

I'd be really interested in you posting the results of your installation once done.
1. Did the fan shroud fit?
2. Does the OEM cap fit?
3. What temps does it run at idle?
4. What mods did you have to make to get the rubber insulators to fit.
5. What motor is in your Firebird? Any performance upgrades to the motor?

I ordered part numer A8600112, it's the 4 row, measures 17" X 23" X 2-3/4". Price was $289.99 but I received a 20% discount coupon in the mail so I used it. Radiator should show up beginning of the week. I will post back here my results after installation.
Greg

[Ccass]

Originally Posted by GregL

I ordered part numer A8600112, it's the 4 row, measures 17" X 23" X 2-3/4". Price was $289.99 but I received a 20% discount coupon in the mail so I used it. Radiator should show up beginning of the week. I will post back here my results after installation.
Greg

thanks! the 4 row is the biggest they offer. You definitely want 4 row if your motor has any decent performance upgrade. 2 and 3 row versions are generally not enough for most performance Pontiac motors.

So you got 20% off the $289.99 price? And who sent the coupon?

[FrankieT/A]

Originally Posted by Ccass

Which Champion radiator did you purchase? 2, 3 or 4 row?

I'd be really interested in you posting the results of your installation once done.
1. Did the fan shroud fit?
2. Does the OEM cap fit?
3. What temps does it run at idle?
4. What mods did you have to make to get the rubber insulators to fit.
5. What motor is in your Firebird? Any performance upgrades to the motor?

I'm not sure who this question is aimed toward, but in my case...
1. The shroud did fit, no modifications.
2. I use the cap that came with the radiator because the pressure rating was correct and looks close enough to the original for me, but yes the OEM stile cap fits.
3. My car runs about 170-175 unless until fully heat soaked then runs at thermostat temp which in my case is 185.
4. I did not make any mods to the insulators because between the insulators and radiator hoses it stays in place.
5. As far as engine mods: Currently 455 .030 over, currently has ported 6X-4's, RAIV cam, factory RAIII manifolds. (Butler ported EHeads, Doug's headers and Super Victor intake sitting garage waiting for time to install...Should be a game changer). For extra cooling I use the Canton road race oil pan. The extra quart of oil helps a lot as far as cooling. (Ever notice your car runs 5-10 degrees hotter when you are a quart low?) And lastly, in the cooling department, I use the divider plate mod. A side note, I use Dexcool exclusively.

[Ccass]

Originally Posted by FrankieT/A

I'm not sure who this question is aimed toward, but in my case...
1. The shroud did fit, no modifications.
2. I use the cap that came with the radiator because the pressure rating was correct and looks close enough to the original for me, but yes the OEM stile cap fits.
3. My car runs about 170-175 unless until fully heat soaked then runs at thermostat temp which in my case is 185.
4. I did not make any mods to the insulators because between the insulators and radiator hoses it stays in place.
5. As far as engine mods: Currently 455 .030 over, currently has ported 6X-4's, RAIV cam, factory RAIII manifolds. (Butler ported EHeads, Doug's headers and Super Victor intake sitting garage waiting for time to install...Should be a game changer). For extra cooling I use the Canton road race oil pan. The extra quart of oil helps a lot as far as cooling. (Ever notice your car runs 5-10 degrees hotter when you are a quart low?) And lastly, in the cooling department, I use the divider plate mod. A side note, I use Dexcool exclusively.

I was aiming my question at the topic starter but we're all reading to gain information. So I think your post if very helpful to readers.

btw, Cold Case has not done our own testing yet but Dexcool can have an adverse affect on aluminum. I don't want to jack this thread, but you may want to do some research on using Dexcool with aluminum just to be safe. Because of the information we've obtained, Cold Case is recommending strictly 'green' antifreeze.

[GregL]

I'm running a 400, 4 speed. Rebuilt to factory specs just over 3,000 miles ago. I use regular green Prestone 50/50 antifreeze.
As far as the coupon goes, Classic Industries sends me one of those every few months. Maybe because I've spent about $11,000 with them in the last couple of years.