Global Parts 1212C Radiator

Radiator for GM Full-Size V8 Cooling

Global Parts 1212C is a radiator built for engine cooling in select GM full-size applications. It uses an aluminum core with plastic tanks and includes an internal engine oil cooler, making it a direct-fit option for vehicles that need radiator and oil-cooling support in one assembly.

Key Features

• Aluminum core for efficient heat transfer
• Plastic tank construction
• Internal engine oil cooler included
• Single-row core design
• Radiator cap not included
• Thermostat not included

Product Details

This Global Parts radiator, part number 1212C, is engineered to remove heat from the engine coolant and help maintain stable operating temperatures. The aluminum core supports heat dissipation, while the plastic tanks provide a common OE-style construction used in many factory cooling systems. Because it includes an internal engine oil cooler, this radiator is suited for applications that route oil through the radiator assembly for additional temperature control. This part cross-references Spectra Premium CU1212 and UAC RA1212C for the same application.

Compatible With 1991-1993 Buick Roadmaster, N/A; 1991-1993 Chevrolet Caprice, N/A; 1991-1993 Chevrolet Commercial Chassis, N/A; and 1991-1992 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, N/A. The Global Parts 1212C radiator is a practical replacement choice for owners searching for a 1991-1993 Buick Roadmaster radiator with engine oil cooler support or a 1991-1993 Chevrolet Caprice radiator with internal oil cooler.

Common Issues This Radiator Can Address

• Engine overheating caused by reduced coolant heat rejection
• Cooling system performance loss from a damaged or leaking radiator
• Oil temperature management concerns in oil-cooler-equipped vehicles
• Cracked or aged plastic tank failure
• Restricted cooling efficiency from a worn single-row radiator

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify radiator dimensions, hose connections, and oil cooler line routing before installation. Transfer any required fittings or sensors from the original unit if your vehicle uses them, and inspect hoses, clamps, and coolant condition at the same time. Because the radiator cap and thermostat are not included, reuse or replace those components separately as needed. This part number 1212C should be matched to the vehicle’s cooling-system configuration before installation.

Quality Assurance

Global Parts supplies replacement cooling components for service applications where OE-style fit and function matter. This radiator is built with an aluminum core, plastic tanks, and an integrated engine oil cooler to support the cooling system requirements of the listed GM vehicles.