Film-Tech Forum ARCHIVE: Beware! US Radiator

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Posted by Will Kutler (Member # 770) on 08-06-2004, 03:38 AM:

I know that several FT members, like myself, are into classic cars.

Being summertime and all, just a little note regarding US Radiator (tm).

US Radiator is known for poor fit and quality. The past few days have resulted in a lot of grief!

I posted my problem in another web-forum for Falcon people...and received 160 hits in less than 48 hours!

So just a little note to beware...

Posted by William Hooper (Member # 71) on 08-06-2004, 06:41 AM:

Radiators are becoming more of a problem, it's hard to get a decent re-core any more! All those small operators of rad shops are fadiing out as the businesses aren't really supported any more by demand. For folks who don't have a great 'legacy' radiator shop around anymore, it's off to dealing with expensive boutique folk.

I've heard some good reports about Griffin radiator
http://www.griffinrad.com/classic.php
that their prices are about in line with current materials prices for copper & brass radiators. I haven't used them; I know a local shop that's worked for me.

Posted by Ken Layton (Member # 133) on 08-06-2004, 09:08 AM:

How's Radiator Barn in Florida for quality?

Posted by William Hooper (Member # 71) on 08-09-2004, 02:38 AM:

I haven't heard anything about them!