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eLeSthree · 04-18-2020, 08:05 PM

My stocker was leaking so I went cheap and picked up one of these off ebay. I tried moving the Trans cooler fittings over today and they dont fit. The champion cooler bungs are too small. I sent them an email through ebay but dont expect a resolution quickly.

Does anyone know the name and size of these fittings? I'd probably be better off just ordering them myself.

These are the two lines coming from the manual 6sp trans into the stock radiator/trans cooler.

Any help is appreciated.

olblue75 · 04-19-2020, 10:44 AM

In for a answer as well thinking about this radiator, try PCM Tunning of NC.

https://www.pcmofnc.com/

InFiD3ViL · 04-19-2020, 01:22 PM

Well WTF? I thought these were supposed to be drop in replacements?

Black_SS10 · 04-19-2020, 02:21 PM

Did you order or they send you the correct radiator?

eLeSthree · 04-19-2020, 06:33 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Black_SS10

Did you order or they send you the correct radiator?

I’ve got an email into champion to figure it out, but something isn’t right. They either shipped me the wrong one, or didn’t include the fittings to make it compatible. I’ll give them a chance to respond. They seem to have a good rep.

Everything else lines up.

Black_SS10 · 04-19-2020, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eLeSthree

I’ve got an email into champion to figure it out, but something isn’t right. They either shipped me the wrong one, or didn’t include the fittings to make it compatible. I’ll give them a chance to respond. They seem to have a good rep.

Everything else lines up.

Let us know what happens! I know I will swap radiators when I put my 427 in.

eLeSthree · 04-20-2020, 01:56 PM

I’ve sent 3 messages through ebay starting Saturday, no response yet, but its still Monday so in all fairness I’ll give them some time to respond before leaving feedback. However the ebay ad says the trans cooler fittings are 9/16-18 UNF. My stock 2011 SS 6spd fittings appear to be 5/8 and accept 3/8 trans line. I went ahead and ordered 2 9/16 fittings and will report back once I know they fit.

Just a heads up to future buyers, this champion is NOT a %100 “drop in” compatible radiator.

GONIF · 04-20-2020, 03:39 PM

Most all are made in china ,I have never had a problem with 1800radiator .They always ship the right rad and it always fits and has a life time warrantee. We have a ford f150 5.4 that has 500000 miles on it with a 1800radiator that now has 10 years and 400000 miles on it with no problems. It has lasted longer than the ford factory radiator. The best radiator I have used was a Ron Davis (Glendale AZ ) all aluminum radiator for my 05 Hummer H2 that was getting hot in the summer when I put a supercharger on it .After the Ron Davis radiator it ran colder than a whores hart even towing the boat up to lake Powell .It was expensive , but worth the money.

InFiD3ViL · 04-20-2020, 03:40 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by eLeSthree

I’ve sent 3 messages through ebay starting Saturday, no response yet, but its still Monday so in all fairness I’ll give them some time to respond before leaving feedback. However the ebay ad says the trans cooler fittings are 9/16-18 UNF. My stock 2011 SS 6spd fittings appear to be 5/8 and accept 3/8 trans line. I went ahead and ordered 2 9/16 fittings and will report back once I know they fit.

Just a heads up to future buyers, this champion is NOT a %100 “drop in” compatible radiator.

I just don't understand why they would go as far to make this so close in every other regard, yet drop the ball where it really matters. Obviously this is solvable, but still...what a pain in the ass.

xc_SS/RS · 04-20-2020, 04:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GONIF

Most all are made in china ,I have never had a problem with 1800radiator .They always ship the right rad and it always fits and has a life time warrantee. We have a ford f150 5.4 that has 500000 miles on it with a 1800radiator that now has 10 years and 400000 miles on it with no problems. It has lasted longer than the ford factory radiator. The best radiator I have used was a Ron Davis (Glendale AZ ) all aluminum radiator for my 05 Hummer H2 that was getting hot in the summer when I put a supercharger on it .After the Ron Davis radiator it ran colder than a whores hart even towing the boat up to lake Powell .It was expensive , but worth the money.

I didn’t think it was possible for something to get that cold but damn lol

eLeSthree · 04-22-2020, 07:10 PM

So I just heard back from ALL Aluminum Radiators, the ebay seller for Champion.

They say this is the first time they have ever seen a 2010-2015 camaro SS with 5/8 fittings in the trans cooler. That only GM trucks use that fitting.

Since I left 3 messages and waited for them to respond before leaving feedback, they were kind enough to offer a %50 refund. That was nice of them, especially if its true that my camaro is a one off.

Still waiting on the 9/16 fittings to arrive to, but I'm sure they'll fit.

I would love to hear from the rest of the Camaro5 community to see what size trans fittings you have in your radiator.

eLeSthree · 04-23-2020, 02:51 PM

I got one of the two fittings I ordered from amazon today and it fits perfect. I also checked to make sure my trans line fit inside the 3/8 side of this fitting and it does.

As for final fitment of the radiator, i wont know until I receive my new motor.

TMS is delayed. Waiting on FED heads. Should ship next week...

eLeSthree · 04-23-2020, 07:24 PM

Another update. I spoke to ALL aluminum radiators who is the main ebay seller for Champion. Champion will now be including the 9/16-18 UNF fittings with each Camaro radiator they sell so this will never happen to another customer, in case you have a camaro with the 5/8 fittings also.

So overall, the customer sevice was great (minus a short delay, every small business gets a brake in my book due to covid-19), the product looks great and by my measurements will fit like the stocker, and is much cheaper than most others out there.

I still think its a good buy.

Black_SS10 · 04-23-2020, 08:11 PM

Great info. Thanks for keeping us updated.

04-18-2020, 08:05 PM	#1
eLeSthree Drives: 2011 Camaro SS 6sp Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Drivers Seat Posts: 1,904	Champion Radiator My stocker was leaking so I went cheap and picked up one of these off ebay. I tried moving the Trans cooler fittings over today and they dont fit. The champion cooler bungs are too small. I sent them an email through ebay but dont expect a resolution quickly. Does anyone know the name and size of these fittings? I'd probably be better off just ordering them myself. These are the two lines coming from the manual 6sp trans into the stock radiator/trans cooler. Any help is appreciated. Attached Images __________________ 2011 Camaro SS---SOLD TMS Dart 427 FED M311s, ESS Tuning G4 Blower, DSX Triple FP Assembly, DSX FF, FIC1300, Mcleod RXT 1200HD, Edlebrock Pro Flo XT 1158whp 1017wtq. 2010 CTS-V A6 - "Stock" SOLD 630whp 658wtq 2024 F-150 RCSB 5.0 4x4 waiting for tunes...

04-19-2020, 10:44 AM	#2
olblue75 Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Clarksville Tennesse. Posts: 6,066	In for a answer as well thinking about this radiator, try PCM Tunning of NC. https://www.pcmofnc.com/ __________________ Orange Krush II 1LE Front sway bar, Splitter, shocks and struts, Z28 dual mode mufflers, Intake, UCA Bushings, and Toresen 3.91 Diff. 1 piece DSS Drive Shaft, ZL1/C7 Calipers, and 32mm JPSS Rear Bar. ASC race spec splitter and wicker. 6th Gen M017 Wheels. Stainless Works 1 7/8 LTs. DSE and PAFDT Suspension components.

04-19-2020, 01:22 PM	#3
InFiD3ViL Drives: 2010 CGM 2SS/RS LS3 Swapped A6 Join Date: Sep 2016 Location: Spring Hill, FL Posts: 4,578	Well WTF? I thought these were supposed to be drop in replacements? __________________ 2010 CGM Camaro 2SS LS3 Swapped A6 - GPI LS3 SS1 .647/.638, (224/237, 112 +4, 7º overlap) on CamMotion 8620 core, BTR Platinum .660" Dual Spring kit w/titanium retainers, CHE bronze trunnion upgrade, stock heads milled @ .015, Melling HV 10296 oil pump, TSP 1-7/8" long tube headers (W/Catless Off-road Pipes), Corsa Xtreme 3" Catback, GPI Ported/Rod Mod Intake, Stage 2 Ported Throttle Body, Vararam OTR CAI, Mike Norris Gen 2 catch can + GM 1LE clean side separator, 160º thermostat - Megan Racing adjustable coilovers (lowered 1.75"), MRR M017 10/11" wheels-Tuned by Ryan @ GPI

04-19-2020, 02:21 PM	#4
Black_SS10 SomeguyK Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: FL Posts: 1,947	Did you order or they send you the correct radiator? __________________ TMS 427, Dart iron Block, Forged assembly, Frankenstien heads, AGP TT 62/62 BB turbo's, AGP/Fore triple fuel system, Tilton clutch, Holley 1 7/8 shorties, Technostalgia tail lights,Oracle, Aeroforce, MGW shifter,Flowmaster, Pegasus subframe bushings,BMR trailing & toe arms,Z28 UCA bushings,Zl1 rear sway bar,Prothane,BMR,Goodridge brake lines,Ridetech HQ coilovers,3.91,Trutrac,billet caps,DSS axles,HE offest,built TR6060,1LE diffuser,Havoc spoiler,SSclones,20in MRR 017, Pirelli P Zero, Nitto NT555RII More to come.

04-20-2020, 01:56 PM	#7
eLeSthree Drives: 2011 Camaro SS 6sp Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Drivers Seat Posts: 1,904	I’ve sent 3 messages through ebay starting Saturday, no response yet, but its still Monday so in all fairness I’ll give them some time to respond before leaving feedback. However the ebay ad says the trans cooler fittings are 9/16-18 UNF. My stock 2011 SS 6spd fittings appear to be 5/8 and accept 3/8 trans line. I went ahead and ordered 2 9/16 fittings and will report back once I know they fit. Just a heads up to future buyers, this champion is NOT a %100 “drop in” compatible radiator. __________________ 2011 Camaro SS---SOLD TMS Dart 427 FED M311s, ESS Tuning G4 Blower, DSX Triple FP Assembly, DSX FF, FIC1300, Mcleod RXT 1200HD, Edlebrock Pro Flo XT 1158whp 1017wtq. 2010 CTS-V A6 - "Stock" SOLD 630whp 658wtq 2024 F-150 RCSB 5.0 4x4 waiting for tunes...

04-20-2020, 03:39 PM	#8
GONIF Drives: 73 VETTE ,, 05 2500hd diesel,14 1LE Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: The Left lane PHOENIX AZ Posts: 2,626	Most all are made in china ,I have never had a problem with 1800radiator .They always ship the right rad and it always fits and has a life time warrantee. We have a ford f150 5.4 that has 500000 miles on it with a 1800radiator that now has 10 years and 400000 miles on it with no problems. It has lasted longer than the ford factory radiator. The best radiator I have used was a Ron Davis (Glendale AZ ) all aluminum radiator for my 05 Hummer H2 that was getting hot in the summer when I put a supercharger on it .After the Ron Davis radiator it ran colder than a whores hart even towing the boat up to lake Powell .It was expensive , but worth the money. __________________ OLD GUY FLYING FAST AND LOW Last edited by GONIF; 04-20-2020 at 03:59 PM.

04-22-2020, 07:10 PM	#11
eLeSthree Drives: 2011 Camaro SS 6sp Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Drivers Seat Posts: 1,904	So I just heard back from ALL Aluminum Radiators, the ebay seller for Champion. They say this is the first time they have ever seen a 2010-2015 camaro SS with 5/8 fittings in the trans cooler. That only GM trucks use that fitting. Since I left 3 messages and waited for them to respond before leaving feedback, they were kind enough to offer a %50 refund. That was nice of them, especially if its true that my camaro is a one off. Still waiting on the 9/16 fittings to arrive to, but I'm sure they'll fit. I would love to hear from the rest of the Camaro5 community to see what size trans fittings you have in your radiator. __________________ 2011 Camaro SS---SOLD TMS Dart 427 FED M311s, ESS Tuning G4 Blower, DSX Triple FP Assembly, DSX FF, FIC1300, Mcleod RXT 1200HD, Edlebrock Pro Flo XT 1158whp 1017wtq. 2010 CTS-V A6 - "Stock" SOLD 630whp 658wtq 2024 F-150 RCSB 5.0 4x4 waiting for tunes... Last edited by eLeSthree; 04-28-2020 at 06:39 PM.

04-23-2020, 02:51 PM	#12
eLeSthree Drives: 2011 Camaro SS 6sp Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Drivers Seat Posts: 1,904	I got one of the two fittings I ordered from amazon today and it fits perfect. I also checked to make sure my trans line fit inside the 3/8 side of this fitting and it does. As for final fitment of the radiator, i wont know until I receive my new motor. TMS is delayed. Waiting on FED heads. Should ship next week... Attached Images __________________ 2011 Camaro SS---SOLD TMS Dart 427 FED M311s, ESS Tuning G4 Blower, DSX Triple FP Assembly, DSX FF, FIC1300, Mcleod RXT 1200HD, Edlebrock Pro Flo XT 1158whp 1017wtq. 2010 CTS-V A6 - "Stock" SOLD 630whp 658wtq 2024 F-150 RCSB 5.0 4x4 waiting for tunes...

04-23-2020, 07:24 PM	#13
eLeSthree Drives: 2011 Camaro SS 6sp Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: Drivers Seat Posts: 1,904	Another update. I spoke to ALL aluminum radiators who is the main ebay seller for Champion. Champion will now be including the 9/16-18 UNF fittings with each Camaro radiator they sell so this will never happen to another customer, in case you have a camaro with the 5/8 fittings also. So overall, the customer sevice was great (minus a short delay, every small business gets a brake in my book due to covid-19), the product looks great and by my measurements will fit like the stocker, and is much cheaper than most others out there. I still think its a good buy. __________________ 2011 Camaro SS---SOLD TMS Dart 427 FED M311s, ESS Tuning G4 Blower, DSX Triple FP Assembly, DSX FF, FIC1300, Mcleod RXT 1200HD, Edlebrock Pro Flo XT 1158whp 1017wtq. 2010 CTS-V A6 - "Stock" SOLD 630whp 658wtq 2024 F-150 RCSB 5.0 4x4 waiting for tunes...

04-23-2020, 08:11 PM	#14
Black_SS10 SomeguyK Drives: 2010 Black 2SS/RS Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: FL Posts: 1,947	Great info. Thanks for keeping us updated. __________________ TMS 427, Dart iron Block, Forged assembly, Frankenstien heads, AGP TT 62/62 BB turbo's, AGP/Fore triple fuel system, Tilton clutch, Holley 1 7/8 shorties, Technostalgia tail lights,Oracle, Aeroforce, MGW shifter,Flowmaster, Pegasus subframe bushings,BMR trailing & toe arms,Z28 UCA bushings,Zl1 rear sway bar,Prothane,BMR,Goodridge brake lines,Ridetech HQ coilovers,3.91,Trutrac,billet caps,DSS axles,HE offest,built TR6060,1LE diffuser,Havoc spoiler,SSclones,20in MRR 017, Pirelli P Zero, Nitto NT555RII More to come.