68 Lower Radiator air baffle

[Randy M.]

Anyone know of a source for one of these? I have seen two on eBay but a bit pricey. Can't seem to find any in my parts catalogs. Thanks! Randy

[John C.]

Re: 68 Lower Radiator air baffle

Randy

I don't think reproductions of the baffle are being made. Used is the only way to go. Just keep your eye on ebay. You'll find a reasonably priced one eventually.

John

[Joe L.]

Re: 68 Lower Radiator air baffle

Anyone know of a source for one of these? I have seen two on eBay but a bit pricey. Can't seem to find any in my parts catalogs. Thanks! Randy

Randy------


This is a non-reproduced, 68-72 Corvette only item and applicable only to cars with aluminum radiators (i.e. 68-72 base engine cars and some 68-70 350 & 370 HP). I sort of doubt that it ever will be reproduced but I've said that before about things that eventually got reproduced (those crafty Chinese can surprise). So, I'd say used is going to be your only source. The item you're looking for was GM #3919755 and was discontinued in 1975.

[John C.]

Re: 68 Lower Radiator air baffle

Joe

In 1968 the shroud was also used with very early cars with copper radiators. This includes all big blocks cars (except L88). Due to over heating issues with the partial radiator coverage metal fan shroud that used the baffle it was quickly replaced with a full radiator coverage fiberglass shroud that did not need the baffle.

The switch to the fiberglass full shroud occurred at vin 2469 for 427ci cars according to DST 68-T-9.

John