{"product_id":"performance-radiator-with-shroud-for-cadillac-fleetwood-1971-1974-7-7l","title":"Performance Radiator with Shroud for Cadillac Fleetwood (1971-1974) 7.7L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Efficiency Performance Radiator with Shroud for 1971-1974 Cadillac Fleetwood\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Performance Radiator with Shroud replaces the degraded factory copper-brass unit on the 1971-1974 Cadillac Fleetwood to dramatically reduce operating temperatures and eliminate heat soak in high-displacement engines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Cadillac Fleetwood Thermal Bottleneck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe massive \u003cstrong\u003eCadillac 472 V8\u003c\/strong\u003e produces immense thermal energy that quickly overburdens aging factory cooling systems. Original copper-and-brass radiators degrade over decades: lead solder seams fracture under thermal cycling, inner passages develop scale restriction, and low-efficiency mechanical clutch fans fail to pull adequate CFM at idle. In heavy traffic or hot ambient conditions, stock \u003cstrong\u003eGM C\/D-body\u003c\/strong\u003e Fleetwood platforms suffer elevated coolant temperatures, causing vapor lock, transmission fluid overheating, and pre-ignition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for high-dissipation duty, this direct-fit performance cooling assembly replaces brittle OEM architecture with 100% TIG-welded aircraft-grade aluminum. Featuring a furnace-brazed aluminum tube-and-fin core, it increases surface contact area and thermal conductivity over traditional copper cores while trimming front-end curb weight. Paired with a precision-formed aluminum shroud and an integrated electric fan, this system provides uninterrupted, high-velocity airflow across the entire fin matrix regardless of engine RPM. It features robust TIG-welded end tanks, reinforced inlet\/outlet necks, and an integrated transmission fluid cooler to maintain total powertrain reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px; margin-bottom: 20px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eFitment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e1971-1974 Cadillac Fleetwood\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCadillac 472 V8 (7.7L)\u003c\/strong\u003e \/ \u003cstrong\u003eGM C\/D-Body\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eStock Output\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003e220-345 hp \/ 365-500 lb-ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth style=\"padding:10px; text-align: left; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eReplaces OEM Part #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1971 Cadillac Fleetwood 7.7L 472 V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1972 Cadillac Fleetwood 7.7L 472 V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1973 Cadillac Fleetwood 7.7L 472 V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1974 Cadillac Fleetwood 7.7L 472 V8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this fit the GM C\/D-body Fleetwood?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, this is a direct fit for the 1971-1974 Cadillac Fleetwood equipped with the \u003cstrong\u003eCadillac 472 V8\u003c\/strong\u003e engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo the included electric fans require an auxiliary relay harness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, operating high-draw electric fans requires a dedicated 30\/40-amp fused relay harness triggered by a thermostatic switch to protect vintage chassis wiring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Cadillac Big-Block Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreserving the effortless torque and road presence of a full-size classic requires uncompromising thermal management. This all-aluminum radiator conversion delivers the modern heat rejection demanded by high-cube American big blocks, ensuring rock-solid cruising stability under any operating load.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50593925890296,"sku":"DS-EJK1ZPDCZ","price":320.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-with-shroud-for-cadillac-fleetwood-1971-1974-7-7l-1.jpg?v=1790052922","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/performance-radiator-with-shroud-for-cadillac-fleetwood-1971-1974-7-7l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}