Has anyone used a radiator from US Radiators out of Los Angeles? I just ordered one last week and I am curious what people think about them. They appear to be nice original looking reproductions. There are several options available, core size, number of cores, multi pass,etc. I couldn't find any reviews about them so I just pulled the trigger and ordered one. It's got to be better than the cheap aluminum one I bought off eBay that leaked from the start.
I bought a stock V8 radiator from Dearborn classics and I believe for some reason it was an US Radiator. A quality product in my opinion. The only issue is that the paint is now peeling off the supports...they appear to be galvanized (a good thing in a way).
All the regular vendors seem to be selling the same ones. (with 3 different levels of cool)
Just look for the best price with the shipping. Several vendors are having sales this time of year.
Goodluck,
Ron.
I have one. I got it via Concourse Parts. Fit like a glove, and works great. I still have my original, but wanted one that held more antifreeze. I put a shrould and a better fan on while I was at it.
I put a U S radiator in my Ranchero looks just like the original, it's been in there since 2011 no problems.
US Radiator used to be in the Los Angeles area, but they are now in Alabama. Probably due to the taxes that California gets. I have used them several times. quality is generally good, but I had to notch out the mounting holes to get the one to fit on my 1956 F100.
Alabama hmmmm. Perhaps they were acquired by Johnson Radiator works. Johnson acquired Walker Radiator when they closed up. Alabama sounds like a ways away. Have to save a ton on expenses to move such a labor intensive business that far.
Brice Thomas Radiator Services purchased US Radiator. They acquired US about four years ago. They host a NSRA appreciation day every spring. Pop, burgers, baloney, homemade treats and chips. Oh, plenty of coffee!
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