LS and LT Radiator with Fans for 1959-1964 Chevy Impala Automatic Transmission
Swapping an LS or LT powerplant into a 1959 through 1964 Impala with an automatic transmission often introduces clearance issues for cooling lines. This radiator with dual fans simplifies the process by integrating engine and transmission cooling into one precision package that fits factory support brackets and uses original cooler ports to keep hoses tidy. Fully TIG welded aluminum core and tanks resist corrosion while speeding heat rejection under sustained load. With dual electric fans that engage only when coolant temperature climbs, it maintains steady airflow at idle without burden on the electrical system.
Precision TIG Welded Construction for Unmatched Reliability
The radiator core and tanks are joined by full TIG welding, creating a uniform bond that fuses high-grade aluminum at the molecular level. This process eliminates the need for gaskets or sealants that can degrade under heat cycling, ensuring leak resistance even when coolant temperatures and pressures spike during spirited driving or towing. The seamless weld beads also enhance structural rigidity, reducing vibration and stress points that can lead to cracks over time. Crafted entirely in the USA, this monolithic design maintains consistent thermal conductivity across the fin pack for rapid heat rejection during prolonged highway runs or track sessions.
Optimized Aluminum Core and Coating Selection
Constructed from premium aluminum, the core delivers exceptional thermal conductivity while keeping overall weight low, an asset when balancing front-end handling in a B-Body chassis. Builders can choose the classic bare metal finish to maximize heat transfer or opt for a durable black epoxy coat that shields against moisture, road salt, and debris. Both treatments protect header areas and weld seams from oxidation without compromising the aluminum's innate corrosion resistance. By offering finish options, this radiator adapts to both show-quality restorations and rugged daily drivers alike.
Dual High-Performance Fan System for Consistent Airflow
The pair of high-capacity electric fans is mounted in a tailored shroud designed to draw air evenly through the entire radiator face. At idle and in stop-and-go traffic, the fans automatically engage when coolant temperature rises above the set threshold, eliminating hot spots under sustained load. Once vehicle speed generates sufficient ram air, the duo deactivates to reduce electrical draw and minimize noise output. By reusing factory connectors and mounting points, the assembly integrates seamlessly with the existing wiring harness, avoiding extra relays or complex modifications.
Direct Fitment with Factory Brackets and Cooler Ports
Engineers designed this radiator to drop directly into the Impala's original support brackets, preserving the vehicle's factory alignment and ride height. It uses the stock transmission cooler inlet and outlet, keeping hose routing tidy while reducing potential leak points. This direct-fit approach speeds installation and eliminates clearance issues common in LS and LT swaps, allowing more room for accessory brackets and wiring looms. The result is a clean engine bay with reliable engine and transmission cooling for both daily commutes and spirited back-road runs.
Count on dependable cooling performance and for the same radiator but without fans see our 1959-1964 Impala Radiator (Automatic Transmission).