{"product_id":"performance-radiator-for-chevrolet-caprice-1994-1996-5-7l-automatic","title":"Performance Radiator for Chevrolet Caprice (1994-1996) 5.7L Automatic","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Efficiency 3-Row Performance Radiator for 1994-1996 Chevrolet Caprice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgrades the factory cooling circuit with an all-aluminum 3-row crossflow core to eliminate overheating and manage critical engine and transmission fluid temperatures under continuous load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Caprice Thermal Bottleneck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory B-body radiators utilize single-row copper-brass or aluminum cores crimped to composite plastic end tanks. Over thermal cycles, these plastic tanks become brittle, develop micro-fractures along the crimp seam, and catastrophically fail under pressure. Furthermore, the restrictive single-row design creates excessive thermal resistance, leading to severe heat soak in the reverse-flow cooled LT1 V8 during extended idling, spirited driving, or heavy towing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis direct bolt-on upgrade features a full aircraft-grade TIG-welded aluminum construction with zero epoxy or crimped plastic gaskets. The high-capacity 3-row racing tube layout maximizes surface area contact to accelerate thermal transfer across the 30-1\/2 x 17-inch core. Integrated passenger-side transmission and engine oil cooler lines maintain optimal drivetrain fluid viscosities while withstanding high hydraulic line pressures without cross-contamination risk.\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;\"\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;\"\u003e1994-1996 Chevrolet Caprice\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;\"\u003e5.7L LT1 V8 \/ GM B-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;\"\u003e260 hp \/ 330 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;\"\u003eDPI 1516 \/ CU1516 \/ 52467761\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1994 Chevrolet Caprice 5.7L V8 Automatic (Sedan \/ Wagon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1995 Chevrolet Caprice 5.7L V8 Automatic (Sedan \/ Wagon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1996 Chevrolet Caprice 5.7L V8 Automatic (Sedan \/ Wagon)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Fits 1994-1996 models only. Does not fit 1991-1993 models.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Chevrolet B-Body Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to handle the immense torque output of the LT1 small-block, this all-welded cooling unit restores thermal stability and guarantees track-ready reliability for classic GM muscle platforms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50426381893880,"sku":"DS-EQUJBLZ1G","price":253.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-for-chevrolet-caprice-1994-1996-5-7l-automatic-1.jpg?v=1788398114","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-radiator-for-chevrolet-caprice-1994-1996-5-7l-automatic","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}