Been a long time since I posted any questions, especially since my project
is moving so slow, but I could use some suggestions about now. I'm putting
a Chev 350 engine (just rebuilt)and 350 tranny out of a 1970 3/4 ton p/u
into my 57 3/4 ton, and I'm not sure what I need to do to keep it cool (on a
budget). I know there's excellent after-market radiators, but I need to
keep costs down. The radiator I have now was working ok to keep the 283
that was in it cool, but I had the original 4 spd then and now I need to
keep the tranny cool also. I was told by a guy with a 52 Chev w/ a 350 that
all I need to do is buy one of the supplemental radiator coolers and that
would keep the tranny cool enough, but I have my doubts. Can I get my
radiator modified to accept the transmission lines, or did they make a
radiator for our old trucks with automatic transmissions(55 2nd to 59)? I
don't expect there are any later radiators that would fit without extensive
modifications under the hood (or am I mistaken?).
As always, I still love to read what everyone else is doing, and I really
appreciate the help!
Thanks!!!!!!!!!!
Jim Phipps
57 3600
Abilene, Tx
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