Re-coring/restoring radiators

[bergy]

I have an original curved neck radiator that I would like to get re-cored/restored. It's in pretty good shape except that the core is shot. My radiator guy retired! Any recommendations close to Philadelphia - Harrisburg area would be appreciated.

[EPL]

Razzi Radiator in Glenside. Does heater cores as well.

[njsteve]

Finger's radiators up her in New Brunswick, New Jersey did a great job recoring the original radiator in my Grampa's 71 Lincoln. Around $400 and was done in a couple days. Old time shop that has been in business a long time.

Finger's Radiator Warehouse
2006 US Hwy 1
North Brunswick Township, NJ 08902
(732) 297-3563

[Lynn]

Dying business. I am lucky enough to have a good one within a few blocks of my office. Fellow is carrying on his dad's business started in the 50's.

Pretty sure there is no one to take over when he retires.

[bergy]

Thanks!

[Mr70]

A-Len here in Downers Grove is outstanding. https://alenauto.com/
He's done many for me over the years,as he cut his teeth on Radiators first & foremost,then recently expanded his business into Auto sales & Repair,as his location is Key.He's on a very busy street corner,that clients would leave their fixed cars on with FOR SALE signs in it & they would sell,so he took advantage of that.

[bergy]

Razzi did a great job, fair price, & fast turn around. Thanks EPL!

Also, looking at this original curved neck radiator versus a reproduction curved neck - there are a lot of differences. One that is really obvious is the length of the curved neck!

[Salvatore]

length of the curved neck probably does not matter once the hose is on.

[jer]

Can you comment on pricing? I've been quoted $500-$800 for a chevelle 3 row with a core price "around $400". I know I paid $400 out the door from the same guy 10 years ago but double that sounds crazy high.

[R68GTO]

Razzi did a great job, fair price, & fast turn around. Thanks EPL!

Also, looking at this original curved neck radiator versus a reproduction curved neck - there are a lot of differences. One that is really obvious is the length of the curved neck!

Inside radius of the original is bigger which drives the longer length

[SS427]

Can you comment on pricing? I've been quoted $500-$800 for a chevelle 3 row with a core price "around $400". I know I paid $400 out the door from the same guy 10 years ago but double that sounds crazy high.

That is right in line with the current going rate. I pay those numbers and am very happy with the end results.

[bergy]

$470.00 complete. John is very knowledgeable - he will even re-core your original heater core. A true re-core using your original tanks.

[firstgenaddict]

Friend just had a local shop do the 4 core on his vette... 600 including removing the original top and bottom rails and soldering them to the core.

[Burd]

I suggest to remove the factory metal tags before you drop it off, I lightly bead blasted my 2, then painted and put them on myself. They may get lost.

[EPL]

Glad Razzi was able to help, Bergy. Good people.

[ssl78]

I just had my 69 Chevelle 3 core recored and restored cost 490.00