1970 big block radiator extraction

[raafrebel]

Hi,

I have to remove the radiator from my 1970 454. Just a few questions as i dont have a manual, roughly how long will this job take, I do have a hoist in my shed.
do i have to remove the air cond radiator or are they mounted seperatly. I had a bit of a look at the job ahead of me, but i dont want to start until i have an idea of the time involved
Thanks

[bfit]

Mate
just start removing thing you will know how long it takes when your finished
I can get mine out in 20 Minutes
If your cowl is in it original condition you will be at if for some time to get the radiator out in one piece
Bfit

[72vet]

Dan, the cowling, fan, rad hoses, Auto lines if an auto, upper rad brackets, and an extra set of hand to help lift the thing up and out. Removing the bonnet will make life easier but not necessary. Just be careful when removing the hoses from the radiator not to fracture the necks.

[bfit]

Mate
You could consider fitting a
De Witts or a Griffin radiators both work very well
My BB never gets over 185
I'm running A Griffin at the moment
Bfit

[raafrebel]

Cheers guys, I will start the job today

[Jethro]

Hi,

I have to remove the radiator from my 1970 454. Just a few questions as i dont have a manual,

Dan do yourself a Favour and get a manual 

[raafrebel]

Dan do yourself a Favour and get a manual 

You know , I did buy one a few months ago , and im dammed if i can find it !! it was one someone made up in a folder.

There is lots of books out there, any suggestions on whats the best C3 workshop book out there?

[Jethro]

http://www.ecklerscorvette.com/corvette-chilton-repair-manual-1963-1982.html

[raafrebel]

Thanks for that,