Looking to replace/upgrade the radiator for my 65 Cutlass. 330 CI V-8, auto, no AC. There are so many out there not sure what is the best for this application.
Thanks for the help.

 

It really depends on what your looking for. what type of budget here is a thread on a cheaper option, I have also been considering these as well

Cut and paste the link

https://classicoldsmobile.com/forums/showthread.php?t=80332

 

Or just link to it.

https://classicoldsmobile.com/forums...ad.php?t=80332

 

Thanks! I use my phone and sense they changed the format of the sight I haven't been able to do it, maybe you know how on a I phone ?

 

Just go buy the $500 "Be cool" and end the debate on cheap verses expensive in just a few replies.

 

I agree. I bought the $200 Champion for my truck. The bolt pattern was off by 1/4", the finish was lousy, it was warped and the welds were crooked. Maybe it'll at least work and not leak. One thing is for sure, they don't know what a fixture is for putting the things together.

 

I test fitted my Ebay Champion and it fit perfect and even my hoses fit fine.
I have bought 5 so far and not one problem.

 

I purchased my 4 row replacement radiator from Napa and was very happy with the quality. It looks identical to the one I removed from the car (except for all the corrosion and leaks). I would have to find the receipt but think it was around $350. The fit was perfect.

 

Thought I'd update the original post.
Removed the radiator and it appeared to be original with a new core installed within the past couple of years. After closer inspection, found a couple of stress cracks that coolant was seeping from and had that repaired. So put the radiator back in and located a shroud that bolted right in.
So far the fix seems to have taken care of the overheating. Even on the hottest days of the last month, the car comes up to about 200 degrees while caught in traffic then drops right down once moving.
Thanks for all the suggestions.

 

Glad it worked out for you.

 

US Radiator makes the exact radiator for your car, I got one and is right on copy.

 

My Champion radiators, in our 72 Cutlass stroker, 77 Corvette and CJ-7, have all been awesome.
Never a problem, super helpful tech when ordering. Great build quality and perfect fit.
I had one of the Be Cool radiators, also great but the Champion is equal quality in my opinion and much easier on the budget.

https://www.championradiators.com/ I have no affiliation