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Jul 21st, 2025 | | | | Joined: Jul 2013 Posts: 16 New Guy | | New Guy Joined: Jul 2013 Posts: 16 | Hi,
The factory Harrison radiator on my 1951 3/4 ton is leaking.
I had a friend that had an extra 1952 1/2 ton radiator which I attempted to install.
The radiator from the 1/2 ton is about an inch less in thickness, and appears to be not tall enough.
I am guessing that the radiators between 1/2 and 3/4 ton are different, or is this due to the year?
Anyway, does anyone make an aftermarket 3/4 ton radiator that will fit as a "bolt in"?
Thanks,
Keith
1951 3600 Chevrolet
| | | | | Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,596 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,596 | Why not take your rad to a local rad shop? If you have a good shop they should be able to clean it and fix it pretty cheap. | | | | | Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 3,597 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Sep 2006 Posts: 3,597 | If they cannot fix it and you have to get another one I sourced mine from ClassicParts.com. I just got the standard duty they offer and it fit perfect and has performed well in almost three years of service. | | | | | Joined: Jul 2013 Posts: 16 New Guy | | New Guy Joined: Jul 2013 Posts: 16 | This radiator looks like it was previously repaired by
"Sir-hacks-a-lot" himself and is in pretty bad shape. I am sure they could re-core it, but I imagine it will be pricey.
Has anyone had any luck with the aluminum aftermarket radiators? My main concern is keeping truck looking somewhat stock.
1951 3600 Chevrolet
| | | | | Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,596 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Jun 2009 Posts: 1,596 | I had the original radiator re-cored in my '62 Bel Air for less than $300. If you want to keep it looking stock that's your best bet. | | | | | Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,775 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,775 | If you were in Illinois, I'd sell you an origianl 3/4 ton radiator. | | | | | Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,775 'Bolter | | 'Bolter Joined: Mar 2008 Posts: 1,775 | | | | | | Joined: Jul 2013 Posts: 47 1949 Beast | | 1949 Beast Joined: Jul 2013 Posts: 47 | I got one from my local radiator shop. $500 | | |
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