I can relate to the install issues. In the process of removing the rad for a cam swap. Searched you tube for some rad install vids, came across yours. At this time I am stuck at the bottom right corner of the rad, Its hung up and won't release. I think it is the AC condenser not releasing from the rad. Try again tomorrow. I need a beer !
Yea I would take a look at the AC hard line on the bottom binding up with the radiator. Focus on moving that out of the way of the radiator and it'll come out pretty easy. Def smart to take a step back and don't force it. It's just a matter of finding what's binding and trying to move that part. The condenser is only held in place by its lines on the passenger side. You got it!
I had a corvette mechanic tell me that is normal as the high speed fan does not come on until that temp. . Anyway, I took my vette to a tuner and had the computer reset for the fans to come on at 180 degrees. I live in Florida. Engine temp never breaks 200. @@theoutbreak1651
What has worked for me every time I've refilled the coolant (did it a couple more times for cam install and once more to try to fix an oil leak at my front timing cover after that cam install...) was cracking the front steam port bolts one at a time and lifting them up to ensure coolant flowed out. And also following all normal vette coolant fill procedures. If a vid would be helpful I could make one explaining what I do
I'd go with 187. I had a 160 before with the stock radiator and it was running too cold. With this radiator for normal highway use, your coolant is going to be pegged at the thermostat level without even using the fans. If you're forced induction I would maybe consider the 180.
