i know that i will probably recieve all kinds of answers to this but...... i was wondering if anyone has ever ran a built smallblock with the 2.5L radiator, and if so how did it run? i still have it and it is in perfect condition and thats why i want to know. any and all help will be appreciated.

 

i wondered how long it would take for you to show up on this board, copy your car out of my signature, you shmuck

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84' Firebird, 305ci lg4, 700R4, 288/292 duration .450/.460 lift,Edelbrock Performer intake, Holley 600cfm 4 barrel, K&N filter, Pacesetter Headers, 3'single exhuast, dual out muffler, no cat,Motive 3.73's and Auburn Posi
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Unfortunatly I can't give you an exact answer but I'll try.

I don't know if there is a difference between the V8 and I4 radiators but I'd say give it a shot. Since you have the radiator, put it in and drive around for about 30 minutes. See how hot it gets and then determine from there.

Most likly, since it is mildly built, you'll need another radiator. I only say this becuase the stock setup "sometimes" just isn't enough.

Hope that helps.

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'91 Z-28 5.7, SLP 1 3/4 headers, 4 inch Mufflex/Flowmaster cat back, gutted cats, Edelbrock intake, 8.5mm Jacob wires, MSD Blaster coil, S&W subframe setup, Jacob Pro Street Ignition, Harwood glass hood, complete Kenwood system.

 

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and no I wouldnt use the I4 radiator, snag a aluminum one out of a car in the junk yard, have it pressure tested before you install it. or buy a replacement radiator at auto zoo, they arent to much. or griffin has two row radiators for 180 bucks.