The Cold Case CHN548 is a direct-fit aluminum performance radiator for the 1968-1979 Chevy Nova with a big block and a manual transmission. It uses a 2-row core with two 1.25 inch tubes and 16 corrugated fins per inch, built with 100 percent TIG-welded all-aluminum construction and polished OE-style tanks. The radiator sits in the factory saddles without brackets. This is the radiator only; the CHN548AK version adds a 16 inch fan.
- Type: aluminum performance radiator (big block, manual)
- Core: 2-row, two 1.25 in tubes, 16 corrugated fins per inch
- Construction: 100 percent TIG-welded aluminum, polished OE-style tanks
- Overall size: 28.35 in W x 19 in H x 3 in D (core 23 x 16.85 in)
- Hoses: 1.5 in upper, 1.75 in lower
- Part number: CHN548
Vehicle Applications
Direct fit on the following (big block, manual):
- 1968 Chevrolet Nova
- 1969 Chevrolet Nova
- 1970 Chevrolet Nova
- 1971 Chevrolet Nova
- 1972 Chevrolet Nova
- 1973 Chevrolet Nova
- 1974 Chevrolet Nova
- 1975 Chevrolet Nova
- 1976 Chevrolet Nova
- 1977 Chevrolet Nova
- 1978 Chevrolet Nova
- 1979 Chevrolet Nova
FAQ
What vehicles does the Cold Case CHN548 fit?
The 1968-1979 Chevy Nova with a big block and a manual transmission.
Does this include a fan?
No. This is the radiator only. The CHN548AK version adds a 16 inch electric fan.
Is this for a small block or big block?
This is the big block version. Cold Case offers separate small block Nova radiators.
How many rows is the core?
A 2-row core with two 1.25 inch tubes and 16 corrugated fins per inch.

