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Who makes the best/most efficient ALUMINUM radiators??

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Old Nov 2, 2005 | 04:43 PM
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Who makes the best/most efficient ALUMINUM radiators??

I was wondering if anyone had any experiences to offer with different brands of aluminum radiators for the LT1. BeCool has one that's for a manual tranny, and costs $530. the one for the auto is about $730. They GUARANTEE a 20*F minimum overall temp drop. Griffin makes one that Summit sells for $500 for the auto tranny, and $440 for the manual tranny. That's a pretty big price difference! Does anyone know if it's worth the extra $$ to go with the BeCool radiator? Are there any other aluminum radiator manufacturers available? Anyone know of another cheaper and/or better aluminum radiator??
Old Nov 2, 2005 | 09:16 PM
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Re: Who makes the best/most efficient ALUMINUM radiators??

Look at how much HP each one supports
Old Nov 2, 2005 | 10:23 PM
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Re: Who makes the best/most efficient ALUMINUM radiators??

Theoretically, let's say they're the same. I'm looking for members' experiences with specific brands here...
Old Nov 2, 2005 | 10:52 PM
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Re: Who makes the best/most efficient ALUMINUM radiators??

Okay, I'm confused. Jegs says their BeCool radiator (part# 60028) is rated @ 700hp, however, www.BeCool.com says the exact same radiator is rated @350hp. WTF??? Can someone clear this one up for me???
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