Radiator recommendations

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Now that my 1984 C10 is about to head to the body shop, the radiator is leaking.
I figured I'd need to replace it sooner or later...........looks like sooner.
Engine is 355 Carbureated, 10.1:1 compression, aluminum heads and intake.
A/C
Manual tranny
Currently engine mounted fan, but electric possibly in the future....

Any recommendations??
Manufacturer? # of rows? etc...........
Thanks.
 

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I used the 161 series Champion all aluminum radiator (from Jegs) in my K25 and it works extremely well. It was the least expensive choice for an all aluminum (no plastic) radiator.

I also have a Stewart high flow water pump and 195 degree thermostat, and I’m using the stock metal fan and a severe duty fan clutch. I can idle or run on the highway at 95 degrees with the A/C on and the temp is completely stable.
 

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I opted for the Champion 166 series w/2 fans,shroud and all the stuff to connect the fans up........
 

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Griffin rules ass
 

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Have a Griffin in another vehicle that overheated in traffic, problem solved. Only drawback is price.
 

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Now that my 1984 C10 is about to head to the body shop, the radiator is leaking.
I figured I'd need to replace it sooner or later...........looks like sooner.
Engine is 355 Carbureated, 10.1:1 compression, aluminum heads and intake.
A/C
Manual tranny
Currently engine mounted fan, but electric possibly in the future....

Any recommendations??
Manufacturer? # of rows? etc...........
Thanks.
if it's the original and is proper size for the engine, have it repaired. Save money for something else AND stay away from plastic tank models that will leak sooner than an old stock radiator thats been repaired properly. Just my thoughts.
 

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if it's the original and is proper size for the engine, have it repaired. Save money for something else AND stay away from plastic tank models that will leak sooner than an old stock radiator thats been repaired properly. Just my thoughts.
Original, yes for the 305 that came stock. Dunno if it would handle a higher compression 355...
I purchased a 3 row Champion all aluminum w/ electric fans.
 

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