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Old Jun 16, 2010 | 05:42 PM
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I have a brand new-in-box DeWitts '77 radiator/fan combo. Unfortunately (well, not really, actually kind of awesome) I have a '72. Other than the angle of the hose, does anyone know if the '77 radiator will fit in the '72?

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Old Jun 16, 2010 | 07:35 PM
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When I bought my 69, it had a newer C3 radiator in it (3 core?) that did not fit well. It was thinner, and the brackets that held it in place were loose. It had extra rubber added to hold it still

Keep in mind this was for a 69, and there are a lot of different core supports for C3s. BUT, the older brass radiators are pretty thick and the brackets reflect that.

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Old Jun 17, 2010 | 12:12 AM
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Well, I'll try it out. For science. I'll let you all know
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