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Old Jun 29, 2022 | 02:26 PM
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hey hey - 2012 Grand Sport automatic.

What radiator do I need for an upgrade/replacement

its asking for with or w/o engine oil cooler etc which is the main area I'm not sure about
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W/O EOC. Your vette should have an external EOC, not a cooler in the Rad.
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W/O EOC. Your vette should have an external EOC, not a cooler in the Rad.
no tranny cooler etc right?
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Originally Posted by Plmcrzytn
no tranny cooler etc right?
Yes, there is a trans cooler on the passenger side end tank for both auto and manual cars.
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related question....I've used Water Wetter in older cars (antiques/hot rods). Would it be better to use it alone or can you mix it with normal coolant or?
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Originally Posted by Plmcrzytn
related question....I've used Water Wetter in older cars (antiques/hot rods). Would it be better to use it alone or can you mix it with normal coolant or?
Yes, you can add Water Wetter to the normal Dexcool/water mixture, no problem.
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Old Jun 30, 2022 | 12:27 PM
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