DeWitts C4 Radiator - Need Opinions
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Burning Brakes
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DeWitts C4 Radiator - Need Opinions
Looks like the mightly 396 will need a new radiator as the temps are a bit on the high side. I'm planning on purchasing the DeWitts C4 radiator (part number A84A) and just looking to get some opinions (good or bad) on the product. I know ld85 has this radiator and loves it. Anyone else running this unit?
I was going to get a Ron Davis, but they are 7-10 days away from shipping the unit, and that's not going to jive with getting the car back from MORE before it starts snowing here in the Cleveland area. The DeWitts unit is in stock and can be shipped ASAP to MORE.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Ron
I was going to get a Ron Davis, but they are 7-10 days away from shipping the unit, and that's not going to jive with getting the car back from MORE before it starts snowing here in the Cleveland area. The DeWitts unit is in stock and can be shipped ASAP to MORE.
Any help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Ron
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Re: DeWitts C4 Radiator - Need Opinions (RonRed89)
As you mentioned I love it, great quality, very easy install and just a very good company to deal with!
maybe some others will chime in,,, ttt
[Modified by ld85, 5:58 PM 10/27/2003]
maybe some others will chime in,,, ttt
[Modified by ld85, 5:58 PM 10/27/2003]
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Burning Brakes
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Re: DeWitts C4 Radiator - Need Opinions (ld85)
As you mentioned I love it, great quality, very easy install and just a very good company to deal with!
Any before/after temp changes? Mike Osucha from MORE was indicating that my car gets to approx 210 after idling for an extended time and into the 190s while traveling on the street. We're hoping to lower those temps with the new rad.
Ron
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Re: DeWitts C4 Radiator - Need Opinions (RonRed89)
My temps never go over 190, but I have a 160 stat and turn my fan on at 188!
Thats prety good considering that,,, during the new 406 engine tuning, we ran the car hard in 90 degree weather, no issues at all.
Thats prety good considering that,,, during the new 406 engine tuning, we ran the car hard in 90 degree weather, no issues at all.
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Re: DeWitts C4 Radiator - Need Opinions (RonRed89)
dont know about the c4 ones, but i put a griffin from tom dewit in my c3 and dropped the temp 30*. very good product. my c4 will be getting one before next summer. tom is a good guy to deal with too, plus i think hes a forum sponser
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Re: DeWitts C4 Radiator - Need Opinions (ld85)
My temps never go over 190, but I have a 160 stat and turn my fan on at 188!
Looks like we'll have a winner on our hands.
Ron
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Burning Brakes
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Re: DeWitts C4 Radiator - Need Opinions (FNG)
dont know about the c4 ones, but i put a griffin from tom dewit in my c3 and dropped the temp 30*. very good product. my c4 will be getting one before next summer. tom is a good guy to deal with too, plus i think hes a forum sponser
It's only more of a bonus that he's a forum supporter and will see some good benefits from positive forum feedback like you and ld have given.
Thanks all,
Ron
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Re: DeWitts C4 Radiator - Need Opinions (RonRed89)
I was one of the first few to get the C4 Dewitts. Quality construction and simple install. Had it on my MORE top end L98. Temps before would get to 220*. After install plus water pump and chip, NEVER got above 175* :D
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Burning Brakes
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Re: DeWitts C4 Radiator - Need Opinions (jerkyboy)
I was one of the first few to get the C4 Dewitts. Quality construction and simple install. Had it on my MORE top end L98. Temps before would get to 220*. After install plus water pump and chip, NEVER got above 175* :D
PS: Did you sort out the issues with your combo? I remember reading a post of yours a few weeks back. How is it now?
Ron
