1955-60 C1 CORVETTE RADIATOR AND FAN COMBINATION.
Radiator
Complete aluminum radiator assembly with no plastic end tanks or rubber gaskets
Two row radiator design with dual 1-inch-wide core tubes for maximum cooling
Press formed aluminum tanks fully welded with no gaskets or epoxy
Factory-sized cooling hose inlet and outlet connections
Direct Fit® upgrade means just that, no modifications needed to your Corvette
Radiators are assembled in the U.S.A. with a lifetime warranty
Radiator features factory style mounting brackets
Serpentine cooling fins deliver optimum airflow across core tubes for cooling
Optional transmission oil cooler available on select models
Pre-mounted 16-inch electric cooling fan package option
Electric fan temperature switch mounted in top tank to minimize wiring
Black Ice two-part epoxy coating available on all aluminum radiator models
Controlled atmosphere furnace brazed core with TIG welded tanks and brackets
Full wiring harness kit included with the pre-mounted fan package
COOL YOUR 1955-1960 C1 CORVETTE WITH A DEWITTS DIRECT FIT® AND DRIVE WORRY FREE
The first generation Corvette, built from 1953-1962, is often referred to as the C1, but some call them the “straight axle” generation due to this first generation of Corvette featuring a solid or “straight” rear axle versus the more commonly found independent rear suspension that came along in the C2s in 1963. One thing most can agree on is that these first gen Corvettes are much sought after, making them one of the most popular generation of Corvettes for owning.
The C1 Corvette is a great entry model into classic Corvette ownership and has seen a lot of interest in the “restomod” crowd. Restomodding a vehicle is when you modernize the drivetrain, suspension, and more while keeping the overall look subdued or stock appearing. To that end, the ever popular small block Chevy engine platform remains an extremely popular engine to power these cars. Being a factory engine fitment there are little to no issues with building a nice small block and it dropping right in. With various engine stroker kits, modern cylinder head designs, and such, the small block Chevy engine can make plenty of power to motivate your C1 Corvette that we’re here to help keep cool with our Direct Fit® C1 Corvette radiator packages.
This package includes our "Direct Fit" aluminum radiator with a full face aluminum shroud and a Spal 16" electric fan. Incorporated into the shroud is six 6) rubber check valves which open at high speed. The "low profile" design features a smaller fan motor that allows for clearance of the factory sway bar. This fan provides 1610 cfm @ 11 amps. The kit includes one SP195FH wire harness.
