I am in the process of installing a 454 into a 1972 Nova. I am hoping to replicate a 1969 Yenko and want it to appear as original as possible. I have run into problems with the radiator. My stock one is too small, so I upgraded to a wider one, one that fits the shround for a 1969 Big Block. Problem is the shroud does not allow a top plate and my research has told me that I need brackets, that can be soldered to the radiator so I can use four bolts on the sides and the original rubber seal and shroud bracket. Problem is I can not find any radiators that have the brackets, nor any brackets that can be used.

Anyone upgrade from an I -6 of SBC to a big block and run into this same issue?

Thanks,

Sent you a PM with list of parts needed.

here is a link to check out
http://www.chevellecooling.com/47.html?sm=8859&psid=p28Pd4OFW0sEkO2oQlLR
Don

OEM Nova BB radiator mounted directly to the rad support..4 bolts...shroud clips on the bottom each side...top rubber seal attaches with spring clips or buttons(70 style)....and a metal bracket with 2 screws...repro rads are available that will bolt right in.

wilma