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Old Oct 4, 2007 | 11:02 PM
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What would it take to install a 69 radiator in a 68?
I do realize that the core supports are larger in the 69 to accommodate the large radiator, but would the 69 core support bolt right up? Anything else that might make the job challenging?
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Old Oct 5, 2007 | 12:08 AM
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What would it take to install a 69 radiator in a 68?
I do realize that the core supports are larger in the 69 to accommodate the large radiator, but would the 69 core support bolt right up? Anything else that might make the job challenging?
Thanks.
My best,
Bryan
The 68 frame and core support are different than 69. Not interchangable w/o considerable modifications.
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Old Oct 5, 2007 | 11:42 AM
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Default here's good post on 68 radiators...

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...ummit+radiator


that lower radiator outlet points almost directly towards the sway bar....reviewing forum posts; it seems like the hot ticket is to lower the sway bar mounting by installing metal plates.
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