{"product_id":"performance-radiator-for-chevrolet-camaro-1982-1992","title":"Performance Radiator for Chevrolet Camaro (1982-1992)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Capacity Performance Radiator for 1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirectly replaces the restrictive and aging factory radiator to lower engine operating temperatures and prevent heat soak during aggressive driving.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Camaro Cooling Shortcoming\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe third-generation F-Body Camaro, particularly models equipped with the 5.0L and 5.7L Small Block Chevrolet (SBC) V8 engines, suffers from notorious heat management issues under load. Factory radiators utilized plastic end tanks crimped to narrow, single- or double-row cores. Over decades of thermal cycling, these plastic tanks become brittle, leading to micro-fractures, blown seams, and inevitable coolant blowouts. Furthermore, the OEM core thickness is insufficient for dissipating the heat generated by the cast-iron blocks, resulting in severe heat soak, elevated cylinder head temperatures, and compromised ignition timing during prolonged performance driving or stop-and-go traffic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis 3-row performance radiator is engineered to completely resolve the thermal limitations of the factory cooling system. Constructed entirely from T-6061 aircraft-grade aluminum, it eliminates the failure-prone plastic end tanks by utilizing fully TIG-welded aluminum tanks. The massive 3-row, cross-flow core design maximizes coolant volume and vastly increases the surface area for thermal transfer. Advanced folded-edge diffuser tape inside the 26.25-inch wide core optimizes ambient airflow velocity across the aluminum fins, accelerating heat dissipation. Integrated into the bottom tank is an automatic transmission fluid (ATF) cooler, ensuring transmission temperatures remain stable. Designed with high-precision manufacturing to eliminate leakage risk, this unit delivers heavy-duty thermal regulation that modernizes the F-Body platform's cooling efficiency.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1982-1992 Chevrolet Camaro\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eSBC V8 (L03, LB9, L98) \/ F-Body\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e145 - 245 hp \/ 240 - 345 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eCU951, CC951, DPI951, 951, SBR951, RAD951, MC951, 8010951, SPTCU951\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n \n  \n  \u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003efor Chevrolet Camaro 2.5L - 5.0L (26\" WIDE CORE ONLY) 1982-1984\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003efor Chevrolet Camaro 5.0L (26\" WIDE CORE ONLY) 1985-1986\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003efor Chevrolet Camaro 5.0L - 5.7L 1987-1992\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRadiator Fitment: for Engines using 26-1\/4\" Wide core Radiator only (Please check compatibility for year and models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eThe Chevrolet Muscle Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eWhether you are dialing in a street\/strip build or restoring a classic F-Body to reliable daily-driver status, thermal management is non-negotiable. This full aluminum cooling upgrade ensures your SBC delivers consistent, fade-free horsepower and uncompromising reliability, even under punishing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50200248746232,"sku":"DS-E0VNM8B75","price":209.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-for-chevrolet-camaro-1982-1992-1.webp?v=1787332974","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/performance-radiator-for-chevrolet-camaro-1982-1992","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}