1967 B/B replacement radiator

[Richard L.]

My original 67 B/B radiator has been rodded and cleaned several times over the years but it's time to put it to rest on the shelf with other worn-out original parts. I'm not interested in the best reproduction look alike radiator to take its place but rather in who makes the most efficient and best cooling direct-fit aluminum radiator for my 67/4-speed/no AC/427-435 Corvette roadster? Which one of our usual suppliers carries it?
Any experienced recommendations are very much appreciated.
Ric

[Stephen L.]

If the tanks are in good shape, why not have the radiator recored. That way you retain originality and the cost is about the same as a new radiator...... and all the original brackets etc. are used.

[Larry M.]

DeWitts is the source for you.

Larry

[Joe L.]

DeWitts is the source for you.

Larry

Larry and Richard-----

I concur. The DeWitts direct fit aluminum radiator is the way to go as long as you are not committed to strict originality. This radiator is configured virtually the same as the original and will install without any modifications. It will also provide substantially greater cooling capacity than the original big block copper/brass radiator. Painted black (or with DeWitts black coating) it will appear virtually like the original. It's not inexpensive but good things are rarely so.

[Richard L.]

Larry and Richard-----

I concur. The DeWitts direct fit aluminum radiator is the way to go as long as you are not committed to strict originality. This radiator is configured virtually the same as the original and will install without any modifications. It will also provide substantially greater cooling capacity than the original big block copper/brass radiator. Painted black (or with DeWitts black coating) it will appear virtually like the original. It's not inexpensive but good things are rarely so.

Larry and Joe, thank you for the DeWitt recommendation. Sold direct or through ZIP, C Central or?

[Larry M.]

Buy either way..............just check and get best price. But I have previously purchased direct. They may have a periodic sale going on......so check.

Larry

[Richard L.]

Holy smokes! ZIP lists a guaranteed fit aluminum replacement for a little over $500 and DeWitt's site proudly announces a direct fit for $1,500+, both guaranteed to fit without any modifications and both to cool better than original. So, roughly $1,000 difference for what amounts to replacement units with the equal claims of quality and performance. What am I missing?

[Gary B.]

.. What am I missing?

Just a guess: Country of origin? Worth asking.

Gary

[Brad H.]

I understand this is not a place for sales but if you contact me direct I have an over the counter AC Delco/Harrison NOS copper brass if you change your mind about going to an aftermarket radiator

brad hillhouse