DeWitts or Be Cool Radiator???
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DeWitts or Be Cool Radiator???
DeWitt's or Be Cool Aluminum Radiator for '79 Auto and Why? My last DeWitt's developed a leak around the overflow tube on the neck. Didn't seem like it was put together well. Never ever had a problem with cooling though. Let me know which one you would choose and why...
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DeWitt's or Be Cool Aluminum Radiator for '79 Auto and Why? My last DeWitt's developed a leak around the overflow tube on the neck. Didn't seem like it was put together well. Never ever had a problem with cooling though. Let me know which one you would choose and why...
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Wow, real local. Right down the road. Past couple years I've lost interest but recently picked back up my projects for my vette and hoping to be more involved this year. As for the Radiators, the DeWitt's and Be Cool's are very expensive. Just want one that will last. Champion's and some others are half what the better one's cost but you do get what you pay for. I've heard of the Lost in the 50's Car Show. where and when is it?
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77-82 w/Auto Direct Fit Aluminum Radiator
Item #: RA-166 $499.95ea.
Black Ice Coat For "Direct Fit" Aluminum Radiator
Item #: RA-192 $60.00
$603.69 including shipping to Md.
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Wow, real local. Right down the road. Past couple years I've lost interest but recently picked back up my projects for my vette and hoping to be more involved this year. As for the Radiators, the DeWitt's and Be Cool's are very expensive. Just want one that will last. Champion's and some others are half what the better one's cost but you do get what you pay for. I've heard of the Lost in the 50's Car Show. where and when is it?
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DeWitt's or Be Cool Aluminum Radiator for '79 Auto and Why? My last DeWitt's developed a leak around the overflow tube on the neck. Didn't seem like it was put together well. Never ever had a problem with cooling though. Let me know which one you would choose and why...
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Still have the rad? If so, then I agree with Gary, and would give Dewitts a call for their advice concerning the leak.
I also like that replacement unit of their's that Zip sells.
Have put Dewitts radiators in 3 of my cars through the years because of the quality, workmanship and dependability. Sorry, cant comment on Be cool, never had one. Hope it works out for you. Good luck.
I also like that replacement unit of their's that Zip sells.
Have put Dewitts radiators in 3 of my cars through the years because of the quality, workmanship and dependability. Sorry, cant comment on Be cool, never had one. Hope it works out for you. Good luck.
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Dewitts is also a Corvette Forum supporting member, they also chime in giving expert advise. Suspect you can see whose product I like, but they don't supply you with an extra decal. That's a hint Tom. T
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I bought a DeWitt's radiator for my '81 4 speed because I could not find any other manufacturer ( at the time ) that offered a radiator without a built in automatic transmission oil cooler ( which, of course a standard trans car does not need )...and the other usual reasons for purchasing from DeWitt's...fit finish quality performance etc.....Good Luck!
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The one I listed should fit and is made by Dewitts. You can paint it black yourself.
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Still have the rad? If so, then I agree with Gary, and would give Dewitts a call for their advice concerning the leak.
I also like that replacement unit of their's that Zip sells.
Have put Dewitts radiators in 3 of my cars through the years because of the quality, workmanship and dependability. Sorry, cant comment on Be cool, never had one. Hope it works out for you. Good luck.
I also like that replacement unit of their's that Zip sells.
Have put Dewitts radiators in 3 of my cars through the years because of the quality, workmanship and dependability. Sorry, cant comment on Be cool, never had one. Hope it works out for you. Good luck.
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dewitts problems
Because the dewitts radiator with double fans RESTRICTS air flow overall (when they are not on) and are constantly coming on/off . draining the battery by constantly cycling....( on my C3)
Last edited by finally kool; Jan 7, 2015 at 02:52 PM. Reason: forgot to add "on my C3"
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Here.......http://www.eastwood.com/eastwood-rad...ack-paint.html
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