my radiator in my truck has a slight leak, so im just going to buy a alluminum radiator with an electric fanso when i install my 6.0l it will be colled pretty well.. i plan on just buying a universal aluminum radiator that is the same measurements as my stock one, or close to it and just an electric fan that will fit...so will there be any problem with this idea? i was planing on something like this:
aluminum radiator
Project: 91' short wide:GMC front end update with billet grille and all clears, 17x8 & 17x11 Torq Thrust II's5/7 drop, almost totally shaved and 93 Deville tailsFuture Plans: 2001 LQ4 6.0L & a T-56
DD: 98' 5 speed GT : Dumped Exhaust, CAI
That might work. It doesn't have cooling for a automatic transmission.
2006 Superior Blue Trailblazer SS AWD, Stock as a rock
Sold: 2002 GMC Sportside Denali front end with a 2002 LS1, FLT level 5, Yank 2600, Trick Turbo, T76, Nelson intercooler, 60LB injectors, Warbro fuel pump, Eaton locker, Magnaflow, 3.42, Nelson Performance Tuning (speed density).
Sold: 1981 GMC LB RC 1500 2002 4.8L 4L60E 12 bolt 3.73 Richmond Lock Right AC PS Nelson Performance tuning
I just bought a 1 ton truck radiator and replaced the stocker with it.
See my truck data in the "My Garage" section here... http://www.ls1truck.com/forums/my-ga...tml#post191709
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(GMCwantsLS1 @ Jun 10 2006, 08:42 AM) [snapback]55125[/snapback]</div>My last radiator ruined my tranny because water got into the tranny cooler. So to me that is not necessarily a bad thing. I know some people prefer to keep the tranny seperate from the rad. for this very reason. The only downside is that when sitting in traffic or something your external cooler may be somewhat ineffecient, but if you get a big enough cooler it shouldn't be a prob cuz you'll still have your electric fans supplying airflow.That might work. It doesn't have cooling for a automatic transmission.
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[1/8 mile E.T. - 8.23 @ 82.86 mph w/1.82 60'] '98swb,4/6drop,20"RozziDeeps on 275/40ToyoProxes '98LS1/4L60E,TRCheaTR cam,Ported TB,Billet MAF ends,MSD8.5 superconductor wires,S&P midlengths,!EGR,!cats,2 1/2" true duals w/X-pipe,Dynomax Ultraflows,TCI 3000,billet servo,TCI deep aluminum pan,3.73's w/Auburn posi; Eclipse CD, Rockford 6 1/2's, Memphis 12's, Punch 200 ix, Punch 500x
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(motoxlifer @ Jun 10 2006, 09:30 AM) [snapback]55128[/snapback]</div>Cool! I've used an external cooler alone. Just thought you should know about that part before you bought it.My last radiator ruined my tranny because water got into the tranny cooler. So to me that is not necessarily a bad thing. I know some people prefer to keep the tranny seperate from the rad. for this very reason. The only downside is that when sitting in traffic or something your external cooler may be somewhat ineffecient, but if you get a big enough cooler it shouldn't be a prob cuz you'll still have your electric fans supplying airflow.
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2006 Superior Blue Trailblazer SS AWD, Stock as a rock
Sold: 2002 GMC Sportside Denali front end with a 2002 LS1, FLT level 5, Yank 2600, Trick Turbo, T76, Nelson intercooler, 60LB injectors, Warbro fuel pump, Eaton locker, Magnaflow, 3.42, Nelson Performance Tuning (speed density).
Sold: 1981 GMC LB RC 1500 2002 4.8L 4L60E 12 bolt 3.73 Richmond Lock Right AC PS Nelson Performance tuning
Yeah I guess it would be sort of a shock if he didn't realize it and went to hook up his tranny lines.
[1/8 mile E.T. - 8.23 @ 82.86 mph w/1.82 60'] '98swb,4/6drop,20"RozziDeeps on 275/40ToyoProxes '98LS1/4L60E,TRCheaTR cam,Ported TB,Billet MAF ends,MSD8.5 superconductor wires,S&P midlengths,!EGR,!cats,2 1/2" true duals w/X-pipe,Dynomax Ultraflows,TCI 3000,billet servo,TCI deep aluminum pan,3.73's w/Auburn posi; Eclipse CD, Rockford 6 1/2's, Memphis 12's, Punch 200 ix, Punch 500x
oh yeah thanks guys.i have a 5 speed so i wont need the tranny cooler lines..will this one still be alright? what electric fan should i use?
Project: 91' short wide:GMC front end update with billet grille and all clears, 17x8 & 17x11 Torq Thrust II's5/7 drop, almost totally shaved and 93 Deville tailsFuture Plans: 2001 LQ4 6.0L & a T-56
DD: 98' 5 speed GT : Dumped Exhaust, CAI
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(c1500 @ Jun 10 2006, 10:56 AM) [snapback]55132[/snapback]</div>I think it will cool just fine. I like the LS1 fans, works great for me.oh yeah thanks guys.i have a 5 speed so i wont need the tranny cooler lines..will this one still be alright? what electric fan should i use?
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2006 Superior Blue Trailblazer SS AWD, Stock as a rock
Sold: 2002 GMC Sportside Denali front end with a 2002 LS1, FLT level 5, Yank 2600, Trick Turbo, T76, Nelson intercooler, 60LB injectors, Warbro fuel pump, Eaton locker, Magnaflow, 3.42, Nelson Performance Tuning (speed density).
Sold: 1981 GMC LB RC 1500 2002 4.8L 4L60E 12 bolt 3.73 Richmond Lock Right AC PS Nelson Performance tuning
<div class='quotetop'>QUOTE(GMCwantsLS1 @ Jun 10 2006, 10:57 PM) [snapback]55177[/snapback]</div>I think it will cool just fine. I like the LS1 fans, works great for me.
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well where did all of you guys purchase your ls1 fans? i looked and i might just go with a universal 16" fan for now..im not really sure what else i need i know a thermastat and stuff..well let me show you guys what i plan on going with and tell me what you think.. thanks
Radiator
electric fan
wiring and switch...i think?
i need some direction in buying this stuff so any suggestions would be appreicated..thanks guys
Project: 91' short wide:GMC front end update with billet grille and all clears, 17x8 & 17x11 Torq Thrust II's5/7 drop, almost totally shaved and 93 Deville tailsFuture Plans: 2001 LQ4 6.0L & a T-56
DD: 98' 5 speed GT : Dumped Exhaust, CAI
Got my old LS1 fans from Ebay/Tennessee Auto Salvage.
See my truck data in the "My Garage" section here... http://www.ls1truck.com/forums/my-ga...tml#post191709
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