1969 L78 Camaro Radiator
 

I was trying to find out what type of radiator would be correct for a 69 Camaro L78 396 4 speed with a factory 4.10 ratio rear end. I would assume the 3 core ZD code radiator would be correct but I read somewhere that the 4 core bent neck radiator may have been used with axle ratio's of 4.10 and lower. I have not found the buildsheet for my car so I have no way of knowing for sure. Thanks,

Paul

Re: 1969 L78 Camaro Radiator
 

http://www.camaros.org/coolingsystems.shtml

Re: 1969 L78 Camaro Radiator
 

3 core ZD is correct

Re: 1969 L78 Camaro Radiator
 

I've heard that about the 4.10 gears before but there's no documentation or cars to back it up. The few 4.10's I have data on had 3 cores in them.
Hence why my article says ratio didn't affect rad selection. Hope this helps!

Re: 1969 L78 Camaro Radiator
 

My 12k original mile L78 with 4.10 gears has the 3 core.

Re: 1969 L78 Camaro Radiator
 

69L78, could you send me some pics of the engine bay of your car. I am in the process of restoring mine and would like to take a look at the wire/hose routings, paint finishes, etc. My car is a 20K mile Lemans Blue M21 with 4.10 rear and original rear and trans, but the motor has been replaced with a warranty CE version. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks,

Paul
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Re: 1969 L78 Camaro Radiator
 

My 69 L78 pace car 4;10 car has the three core I know of a 18k gold L78 conv that has the curved neck radiator in it.

Re: 1969 L78 Camaro Radiator
 

My 69 L78 pace car has a curved neck 4 core. M-21, BU 3:73. Was it optional or just used if the supply of 3 cores were short? Did L89 optioned cars also have the 3 core?


Chris

Re: 1969 L78 Camaro Radiator
 

Man, this is some good info. Has anyone documented their 4 core radiator to the cars buildsheet, looking for a ZD or UY code? Keep the info coming!

Paul

Re: 1969 L78 Camaro Radiator
 

The gold L78 is a 3.31 rear car. So it would appear to be a factory substitution (presumable due to shortage).

Paul,
Not sure what you are looking for, but I have documentation on several cars. All are ZD.
The gold car and Chris's car are the only exceptions I've ever heard of.