TYC 618 Radiator

TYC 618 Radiator Overview

The TYC Radiator 618 is an aluminum crossflow radiator with an integrated transmission oil cooler for select 1992-1993 Chevrolet and GMC full-size trucks. It is built for applications that require a hose-clamp inlet and outlet, with fitment listed for vehicles without an engine oil cooler.

• Aluminum core construction
• Crossflow flow configuration
• Transmission oil cooler included: plate oil cooler
• Engine oil cooler not included
• Inlet diameter: 1.30 in. with hose-clamp connection
• Outlet diameter: 1.57 in. with hose-clamp connection
• Core dimensions: 17.24 in. height x 28.27 in. length x 1.26 in. thickness
• Single-row design with 39 tubes and 40 total fin rows

Product Line Details

TYC Radiator products are built as direct-fit cooling system replacements for vehicle-specific applications. This TYC 618 radiator follows the OE-style layout for trucks that use an integrated transmission cooler and a crossflow aluminum core, making it a practical replacement for the original cooling assembly.

Detailed Description

TYC 618 is a radiator replacement for 1992-1993 Chevrolet C1500, 1992-1993 Chevrolet C2500, 1992-1993 Chevrolet K1500, 1992-1993 Chevrolet K2500, 1992-1993 GMC C1500, 1992-1993 GMC C2500, 1992-1993 GMC K1500, and 1992-1993 GMC K2500. It is listed for vehicles without an engine oil cooler and uses a plate-style transmission oil cooler built into the radiator tank. The aluminum core, crossflow design, and OE-style hose connections support direct replacement needs for these Chevrolet and GMC truck cooling systems. This part cross-references Spectra Premium CU618 for the same application.

Common Issues This Radiator Addresses

• Coolant leaks from a damaged or corroded radiator core
• Transmission fluid temperature control issues related to a failed internal cooler
• Overheating caused by restricted or inefficient radiator flow
• Cracked hose necks or worn hose-clamp connection points
• Cooling system service needs on 1992-1993 Chevrolet C1500, Chevrolet K2500, and GMC K1500 trucks

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify that the vehicle is equipped without an engine oil cooler before ordering. Confirm inlet and outlet hose sizes, mounting dimensions, and transmission cooler line routing against the original radiator. Flush the cooling system and inspect hoses, clamps, and transmission cooler lines before installation. This part number is TYC 618.

Quality Assurance

TYC Radiator 618 is built to match the listed application details, including core size, connection type, and integrated transmission oil cooler configuration. Confirm fitment by year, make, model, and cooling-system equipment before installation.