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Old Oct 29, 2011 | 01:13 PM
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Im trying to find a lower radiator support on line with out taking her to the shop.. anyone able to point me in the right direction?
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Old Oct 29, 2011 | 01:48 PM
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Do some online research from places like GMPARTSDIRECT or PARTSTAXI (I'm not recommending you buy from the former) and similar sites.

Then contact Gene or Patrick at GMPARTSHOUSE. They actually answer the phone. And they will price match...
http://www.gmpartshouse.com/

I just bought one from them a couple of weeks ago. You will get prompt courteous service.
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Old Oct 29, 2011 | 02:19 PM
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Originally Posted by hotwheels57
Do some online research from places like GMPARTSDIRECT or PARTSTAXI (I'm not recommending you buy from the former) and similar sites.

Then contact Gene or Patrick at GMPARTSHOUSE. They actually answer the phone. And they will price match...
http://www.gmpartshouse.com/

I just bought one from them a couple of weeks ago. You will get prompt courteous service.
Yeah.. I guess the problem is that I cant find it..... radiator support aint comin up with anything.. Whats it called??
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Old Oct 29, 2011 | 02:26 PM
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GOT IT!! its called a skid plate.. WOOTIE WOOT.. Thank you for the help. I now just hope it didnt hurt anything else.. everythings a little pushed back.intercooler,radiator and oil cooler all look ok, but I guess well see.
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You've definitely got to know the proper terminology to find the right parts.
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Old Oct 29, 2011 | 03:15 PM
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You've definitely got to know the proper terminology to find the right parts.
Yes it helps..lol Thanks for the help
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I spent 5 years as a GM parts man back in the late 70s. 90% of the battle was knowing what GM called it then what group# it was in. This was before computers and punching in the VIN.
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Hi Garrddogg,
After you get your new Skid Plate/ Lower Radiator Support you might want to protect it with a pair of Fangs. We have a sale on them. Here is a link if you are interested.
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Hi Garrddogg,
After you get your new Skid Plate/ Lower Radiator Support you might want to protect it with a pair of Fangs. We have a sale on them. Here is a link if you are interested.
http://forums.corvetteforum.com/c5-p...y-special.html
Those look great.. Ill get me a set of those after i get it fixed. Thanks
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