Radiator Swap: Securing Shroud and Hoses

We're approaching the finish line, and in this episode of the C3 Corvette radiator replacement project, I cover the following...
1. Aligning the shroud
2. Removing the protective shields I used to protect the new aluminum radiator
3. Temporarily installing the snorkel to measure for new seals
4. Attaching the upper radiator core support to shroud brackets
5. Tightening the lower hose clamp
6. Installing and tightening the shroud and core support nuts and bolts
7. The new Champion 3-Row Aluminum radiator is in for good!
8. And more!
Thank you for watching! 🙂👍🏻
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The repairs and other work I do are for my own benefit and entertainment, and even though my videos may sound and appear to give technical how-to advice, that's not my intention.
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[@ronstjohn6780]

I just finished this same job a few months ago on my ‘75 I and I feel your pain. The shroud is main issue. Several years ago I cut my shroud in half at the very top and very bottom. It makes the job so much easier. Sure, I know when the hood is open that it shows. But Most people don’t notice it. I admire your work.

[@76vette]

Hi Ron,
I totally understand why some choose to cut the shroud, but I knew there had to be a way to avoid that option.
In my case, removing the headlamp actuators made all the difference. Otherwise, I would’ve risked damaging the a/c condenser so I had to do all that extra work.
Thanks for taking the time to comment and for the kind words.

[@aboutmyfathersbusiness8324]

The radiator is much smaller. I've been trying to find a 1" by 3"or better 4" block of insulation to plug that top portion for a while now. Instead of glueing it to the support, jam it between the support and the condenser. You can stackem but would look much cleaner with a single piece.

[@gregandrews4305]

Hi - thanks for the videos. I'm doing the same thing to my 76 vette right now. Did you have any seals directly on your radiator shroud?

[@76vette]

Hi Greg,
I am pretty sure there are no seals that attach directly to the shroud. But it’s been a couple of months since I finished this project so you may want to check the Corvette assembly manual to make sure.
Good luck with your project! 😊👍🏻

[@nh5039]

How is the radiator performing compared to stock? I'm thinking of pulling the trigger on this radiator for my 76. No radiator shroud as I'm going to run electric fans.

[@76vette]

Mine has been working fine and far better than the stock copper radiator. 😊👍🏻