My 84 Brat is in bad need of a new radiator. Is there any chance I can find a new one that is not set up for a transmission cooler? I sure don't need a tranny cooler. Help!

Richard

A quick check of Schucks/Checker/O'Reilly shows 3 different brands of new radiators available for my '82 BRAT.

 

However...

 

http://store.summitracing.com/partdetail.asp?autofilter=1&part=PLI%2D433698&N=700+4294925045+4294907499+4294899824+4294924500+115&autoview=sku is the same radiator, and indicates an integrated trans cooler.

 

Just a thought... it doesn't actually have to be hooked up, does it?

The last new one I bought for an EA81 was set up for the transmission cooler, but I just ignored those ports on the side I think. Or capped them.

I know it does not need to be hooked up but why have something I don't need. It did not come with one from the factory because it came with a manual tranny.

Been a few years ago now, like 4 or 5. But I called a few places that listed radiators for the EA-81, all of which had the cooler in them. Was told that they only carried that type, to reduce inventory. I can understand that.

 

If you don't need the cooler, just cap the ends, or install a short piece of hose to keep debris out of there. You really don't need to do anything to the connections though, and can just leave them open.

Try Rockauto as well. They carry two brands at @115 and @120.