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    • Cold Case Aluminum Radiator — 1968-1979 Chevy Nova | Big Block, Manual, 2-Row | CHN548
    • Cold Case Aluminum Radiator — 1968-1979 Chevy Nova | Big Block, Manual, 2-Row | CHN548
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    Cold Case Aluminum Radiator — 1968-1979 Chevy Nova | Big Block, Manual, 2-Row | CHN548

    Part Number: CHN548
    Regular Price $421.54

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    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.

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    • A 20% restocking fee applies, and return shipping is paid by the buyer.
    • Not returnable: installed or modified parts, opened or used programmers and tuners, custom orders, Open Box, and Clearance or Final Sale items.
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