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Speedway Chevy SBC/BBC Aluminum Radiators | Universal Fit
- High quality all aluminum construction suitable for racing or high performance street use
- Radiator core features two rows of 1” aluminum tubes, which cool better than 5 rows of traditional copper tubes
- Furnace-brazed construction is more durable and improves performance vs traditional epoxy construction with no end take crimps/gaskets to fail
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Product Summary
Universal Fit, Single Pass Radiator Style, Aluminum
- High quality all aluminum construction suitable for racing or high performance street use
- Radiator core features two rows of 1” aluminum tubes, which cool better than 5 rows of traditional copper tubes
- Furnace-brazed construction is more durable and improves performance vs traditional epoxy construction with no end take crimps/gaskets to fail
- Traditional small block Chevy/big block Chevy radiator hose fittings (1.5” driver side upper inlet, 1.75” passenger side lower outlet)
- Single and double electric cooling fans with universal fan shrouds available for a total cooling solution
Key Specs
| Radiator Style | Single Pass |
| Radiator Flow Direction | Crossflow |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Inlet Location | Upper driver side |
| Outlet Location | Lower passenger side |
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- A premium build quality, lightweight, aluminum performance radiator for any budget
- Furnace-brazed construction is more durable than epoxy and gasket construction
- Traditional Chevy 1.5-inch driver side upper inlet, and 1.75-inch passenger side lower outlet
- Two rows of 1-inch aluminum tubes cool better than 5 rows of traditional copper tubes
- Dense fin structure improves airflow and adds rigidity to radiator core
- Billet aluminum filler neck guarantees a long-lasting seal under high pressures
- Widths (outside tank-to-outside tank) of 22, 24, 26, 28, or 31-inch available
- All radiator widths are 19 inches tall to fit a variety of street and race applications
- Efficient, yet simple single-pass crossflow design with 2.25-inch core thickness
- Basic design for DIY universal fit applications, with the focus on engine cooling
- Radiator mounting brackets, insulators, radiator cap, and shroud sold separately
Performance Under Pressure, Lap After Lap, Mile After Mile
Our line of universal crossflow aluminum Chevy radiators makes it easy for budget-minded racers to get a professional-quality, no compromises aluminum racing radiator. Constructed of lightweight, 100 percent aluminum, each radiator assembly is fully furnace brazed for maximum durability and performance. Unlike lower cost or OEM radiators, there are no epoxy and gaskets used in the radiator’s construction here! Epoxy acts as an insulator, causing radiators to heat unevenly, and this stress combined with the vibration from racing can cause epoxy seals to crack and leak or separate over time. Furnace brazing minimizes fatigue from the rapid heating and cooling cycles. Since all the metal parts are fused together with a metal joint, they conduct heat evenly between the tanks and the rest of the assembly, preventing uneven expansion between the fused pieces, keeping the joint strong. Fully furnace brazed construction also means no crimped on end tanks with an O-ring seal to fail that can put you out of the race or on a flatbed ride home.
We welded a CNC machined billet filler neck to our radiator’s end tank for a strong seal under high pressures that will outperform cast filler necks. The billet filler neck is designed with an industry standard 1-5/8-inch inner cap diameter so that you can use any off the shelf radiator cap with the pressure rating you need for racing or street use (yes, these radiators work great for engine swaps, custom builds, and more for street use applications). An 1/8-inch NPT overflow port is machined into the billet filler neck to accommodate the included 1/4-inch hose barb fitting included. This port can be used for a simple overflow tank for racing, or a more street friendly recirculating recovery tank system.
Maximum Cooling Ability for Your Race Car, Street Car, or Muscle Truck
Our single pass design uses two rows of 1-inch wide aluminum tubes which have more surface area than similar design copper radiators, cooling the same as five rows of copper tubes. A dense fin structure adds an additional layer of strength to the support tubes, better directs air flow through the core, and has more surface area to transfer and shed heat. The core is 2.25 inches thick, a perfect balance of maximizing directed airflow and heat transfer. The crossflow design allows the radiator cap to be mounted on the low-pressure (suction) side of the system, minimizing pressure on the neck assembly, especially in high-RPM usage. This radiator is built for one purpose, cooling your engine. No internal transmission cooler maximizes cooling efficiency. Mounting an external transmission cooler will be necessary for automatic equipped cars and trucks.
Multiple Widths Available Means We Have a Radiator That Fits Your Small or Big Chevy V8
Our universal radiator isn’t made for any one specific car or truck, but we offer options to make it fit your race car or custom project. Since we didn’t add mounting brackets, this means you can easily adapt our radiator to any build. We feature widths (measured outside tank-to-outside tank) of 22-, 24-, 26-, 28-, or 31-inches and all are 19 inches tall. We offer universal insulated mounting brackets in steel and aluminum which support or clamp to the tanks top and bottom, as well as shrouds for electric and mechanical fans, or pre-made single fan/shroud kits and dual fan/shroud kits This radiator features the traditional Chevy hose fitting configuration with a 1.5-inch driver side upper inlet, and 1.75-inch passenger side lower outlet.
Aluminum Fan Shroud Kits available:
- For 22" radiator, fan shroud kit # 917-4020
- For 24" radiator, fan shroud kit # 917-4024
- For 26" radiator, fan shroud kit # 917-4021
- For 28" radiator, fan shroud kit # 917-4022
- For 31" radiator, fan shroud kit # 917-4023
Aluminum Electric Fan Shroud Kits available:
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Specifications
| KEY SPECS | |
|---|---|
| MFG. Part # | Select Finish and Size to see |
| Brand | Speedway Motors |
| Radiator Style | Single Pass |
| Radiator Flow Direction | Crossflow |
| Material Type | Aluminum |
| Inlet Location | Upper driver side |
| Outlet Location | Lower passenger side |
| Row Quantity | 2 |
| Tube Size | 1.00" |
| Overall Width Range | Select Finish and Size to see |
| Overall Width | Select Finish and Size to see |
| Overall Height Range | 19.00" to 19.99" |
| Overall Height | 19" |
| Overall Thickness | Select Finish and Size to see |
| Core Width Range | Select Finish and Size to see |
| Core Width | Select Finish and Size to see |
| Core Height Range | 18.00" to 18.99" |
| Core Height | 18" |
| Core Thickness | 2.25" |
| Finish | Natural |
| Cooling Fan | Not Included |
| Transmission Cooler | No |
| Shroud Included | No |
| Radiator Cap Included | No |
| GENERAL | |
| Filler Neck Height | 1" |
| Inlet Size | 1.5 |
| Tube Count | 2 |
| Outlet Size | 1.75 |
| Tube Style | Crossflow |
| Fan Included | No |
| Filler Neck Location | Right Side |
| Notes | USES 91611040 1/8-27 NPT ALUMINUM HOSE NIPPLE |
| Sold in Quantity | Each |
| Mounting Bracket Included | No |
Ratings & Reviews
4.8
398 Reviews
Customers find the product reliable and durable, having made repeated purchases over the years. Its well-constructed design efficiently prevents overheating, even in intense heat scenarios, emphasizing its superior cooling efficiency. The radiators are compatible with a range of vehicles, though some mention a bit of fabrication required for certain types. The absence of a drain is not a deal-breaker for most. Customers specifically recommend the product for its cooling capabilities in derby and track cars, noting its resilience under frequent use. Overall, users are satisfied with its functionality, quality, and value for money, frequently choosing it over other options in similar price ranges.
Ratings & Reviews
4.8
398 Reviews
Customers find the product reliable and durable, having made repeated purchases over the years. Its well-constructed design efficiently prevents overheating, even in intense heat scenarios, emphasizing its superior cooling efficiency. The radiators are compatible with a range of vehicles, though some mention a bit of fabrication required for certain types. The absence of a drain is not a deal-breaker for most. Customers specifically recommend the product for its cooling capabilities in derby and track cars, noting its resilience under frequent use. Overall, users are satisfied with its functionality, quality, and value for money, frequently choosing it over other options in similar price ranges.
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Most Liked Positive Review
5.0
Amazing bang for your buck
I'm thoroughly impressed with what I got for the price. I used one of the universal Chevy radiators as a custom application in a vintage BMW. It is easily double the size of my factory unit and the cooling has greatly improved. The finish on the radiator is great, the welds look fantastic, and it showed up packed very well in perfect shape. And the icing on the cake was the price! I paid a third of what I would have expected to for such a nice part. Definitely recommending Speedway Motors to anybody in the market for a radiator upgrade or track parts.
Most Liked Negative Review
3.0
Ok for the money
I'm on my second one. The first one leaked around the filler neck. m I had already changed the lower hose connection because of the weird angle so I couldn't send it back. Trying a new one. Hope it lasts. For $115 it's worth a try. Put it in a 50 chevy truck with and s-10 frame conversion. Size is great but the lower angle of the hose hook up does not work and has to be cut off and changed.
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Speedway radiator
4.0
24 days ago
Radiator
Omaha Nebraska
Verified
Good quality but needs petcock to drain.
Would Recommend
It's a good radiator
4.0
3 months ago
Radiator
Omaha
Verified
It's a good radiator but needs a petcock installed to drain it. Not a fan of that. Other than that it's good for the money.
Would Recommend
Good price
5.0
6 months ago
Jason
Mariposa, ca
Verified
Exactly what I needed and a great price for a good quality 👌 radiator. Highly recommend.
Would Recommend
I would buy this product again
5.0
6 months ago
Cracker
Kerrville, Texas
Verified
I installed it in a '57 Chevy Bel Air hot rod
Would Recommend
would buy again..have 2
4.0
7 months ago
LT
las vegas
Verified
cools great ,big block and small block-chevy
Would Recommend
Radiator came as expected !!!
5.0
9 months ago
Ozzy
Eyota, MN
Verified
Fit right in. The measurements of the radiator on Speedway website were right on. Made for easy install because I planned around the numbers.
Would Recommend
Perfect Fit
5.0
12 months ago
Stitches
Filer, ID.
Verified
I used this in my 79 CJ-7 V-8 conversion and it was great.
Would Recommend
Radiator
5.0
a year ago
Radiator
Omaha Nebraska
Verified
Product works as it should!
Would Recommend
Yes
4.0
a year ago
Elmer
British columbia
Verified
Should not use box with auto loc bottom not secure enuff for shipping ,. Tape it bottom busted on loc,.
Would Recommend
I will use this product again I'm sure
5.0
a year ago
Phycotic
Camden oh
Verified
I recommend this product good fit well made
Would Recommend
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