There is a lot of debate surrounding aftermarket radiators and whether or not they are any good. Some people swear by them, while others have had bad experiences. Ultimately, it depends on the quality of the aftermarket radiator and where you purchase it from. There are some great aftermarket radiators on the market, but there are also some that are not so great. Do your research and read reviews before purchasing an aftermarket radiator.
While steel radiators are less expensive, aluminium radiators are better for a number of reasons. Aluminium is a better conductor of heat, meaning that it more effectively transfers heat away from the engine. Aluminium is also lighter than steel, which means that it puts less strain on the engine and improves fuel efficiency.
Aluminum radiators are better than plastic because they conduct heat better, they are more durable, and they are recyclable.
There are a few automotive radiators made in the USA. However, most are made in China.
4.7/5
Diameter 1.3750 Inches ; Outlet Diameter 1.3750 Inches
$234
The radiator in my automobile had cracks, and the mechanic wanted $600 to fix it. He reduced the price to $475 after some haggling, but it was still too pricey for me. I sought the counsel of my employer, who enjoys working on his own cars. He instructed me to place an order for a suitable radiator and coolant and made a commitment to demonstrate how to do so. Having said that, the radiator I ordered arrived in two days. It matched my 2006 Camry just right. With my boss' assistance, I replaced the broken radiator with this one in less than an hour. Installation was rather simple. To make sure that the coolant was completely circulated, I added it and ran for around 10 minutes. The automobile is currently operating without any issues.I'm really glad my mechanic told me the outrageous prices because it simply helped me learn something new and save money.It will take some time for me to search for potential leaks and performance issues. This review will be updated as necessary.
4.6/5
Tank Dimensions: Inlet Diameter: 1.125 inches, Outlet Diameter: 1.125 inches
plastic tank, aluminum core
$234
The Denso radiator in my 2001 Honda Civic LX coupe with automatic gearbox is exactly the same as the OEM Denso radiator. Also a great price. For its radiator under the Duralast name, Autozone sought $125. IThe radiator removal and replacement process took a total of roughly 6 hours.You must: to perform this jobIt's not difficult at all to remove the front bumper. Includes 8 push-type nylon retainers and 4 screws.Take the battery out. The coolant recovery bottle and hose clamps can now be removed with less difficulty.Swing the top of the condenser forward after removing the A/C condenser brackets. Right in front of the radiator and having a similar appearance to the radiator is the A/C condenser.Take away both fans. Two bolts hold in each fan. Towards the engine, the passenger-side fan is removed. The driver's side fan presents certain challenges. Swing the radiator's top forward, then slide the fan out in front of the radiator frame's upper crossmember to remove it.To remove the radiator, it is also slid up and swung forward at the top.The electrical plugs for the fans can be quite difficult to disconnect since they tend to fuse together with time. You must pull while wriggling the plug side to side while squeezing the release mechanism on the plug. Try not to pull on the wires since they can come out of the plug when you pull on the plug.
4.6/5
Drop in - Direct fit for easy installation
Premium Quality - High Efficiency
Complete Aluminum Radiator Core with Plastic Tanks
Built to vehicle specific design specifications
Radiator cap not included
$234
Fits perfectly in my 2001 Tahoe. I did see a small amount of leakage from one of the trans cooler fittings after the installation. I replaced one with one from my old unit to get around it. Given the cost, I would repurchase it.P.S. Before you buy a new radiator, be sure to measure the old one. GM employed a few different sizes (widths).
4.6/5
Perfect fit guarantee
Innovative engineering, manufacturing technology and quality control ensure that Spectra Premium radiators meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment radiators they replace; that extends to all components, including engine and transmission
Maximum cooling efficiency
No modifications required for proper fit
Engineered to last
$234
How did this "adventure" begin, then? Well, the owner's manual for my truck specifically states "Do not use extended life orange coolant." In addition to this error, I believe I may have once blended coolants. In other words, my radiator/coolant system was completely clogged, and I was driving to work at four in the morning while FRIZZING TO DEATH. Because the entire system was so nasty, I first reverse flushed my heater core, which only provided me with VERY little relief.Well, the heat is back and I'm glad now that the system has been thoroughly cleaned and the radiator has been completely replaced.For a 1999 Ford Ranger XLT 4.0 4x4 with a "D" code, I purchased this. 1997-2009 Transmission 5R55E D 4.0L Rangers (4.0L Explorers from 1997 to 2001) 5-Speed 2.47 / 1.87 / 1.47 / 1.00 / 0.75Similar to the OEM radiator, this radiator was very tightly seated. Everything was in order. The radiator had good threads. However, one of the little plastic thread guards was missing. came in good packaging. The box had damage.There was a small twist in the radiator. You might see this by facing the front of the radiator toward your legs and peering down it. I was also inspecting my OEM radiator, which I already had out (Too late to panic). Had the same very little twist, so I suppose it was just manufactured or made in this way to fit? It functions perfectly well.Upon installation, there were no issues at all.However, if you plan to install this radiator, you should probably prepare to remove some parts of your previous radiator. like the wind dampener made of plastic that your coolant overflow pipe runs neatly under. Since you're already on Amazon, you might as well get some lengthy zip ties or little plastic plugs.I tried to be careful when removing the "plastic wind dampener" from my old radiator, but the little plastic plugs were just past their prime and snapped on me. Zip ties saved the day.Zip Ties: TR Industrial TR88300 Assorted Cable Ties Set, Black, Red, Blue, and Yellow, 7"https://www.amazon.com/TR-Industrial-TR88300-Assorted-Yellow/dp/B01018D9UI/ref=sr 1 11?s=automotive
4.6/5
Single Quantity
Weight: 10.05lbs
No Core Charge Req.
$234
This radiator has my complete satisfaction. I bought this to replace the old, leaking one in my Gen 1 Toyota Matrix with a manual transmission. I'm pleased to report that every bolt hole and radiator hose port lined up just as they did on the factory model. The only thing that makes this one unique is that it contains two additional connections for automatic transmission lines that I have kept capped. Almost 2000 miles have been driven with the new radiator since installation with no problems. I'd advise making this buy.
4.3/5
No modifications required for proper fit
Innovative engineering, manufacturing technology and quality control ensure that Spectra Premium radiators meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment radiators they replace; that extends to all components, including engine and transmission
Perfect fit guarantee
Maximum cooling efficiency
Engineered to last
$234
Although the build quality is acceptable overall, there is something crucial to note. I've included a picture of the lower radiator transmission oil cooler tube from the original radiator that came from the factory. The tube's end features a chamfer that is smooth and rounded. As shown in the product photo above, the comparable tube on the CU1193 is square cut and deburred only. If left in place, there is a significant risk that when the oil cooler line is attempted to be reinstalled, the internal o-rings—there are two of them, separated by a plastic ring—of the bell-shaped fitting will be pushed out of place or harmed. Of course, there are no replacements for those little but essential components, so you will have to replace the complete oil cooler line (ask how I know). Fortunately, a flare fitting that can be easily disassembled holds the tube on the CU1193 to the radiator (before you install the radiator). This is a step above from the factory radiator tube, which cannot be removed. Create a rounded chamfer using sandpaper or a file on the new tube, clean it, and then reattach it to the new radiator. Before attempting to rejoin the oil cooler line, grease the tube. Straighten out before entering and spin a little if necessary; do not wiggle back and forth. Find a suitable size open end wrench or adjustable wrench, and use it to loosely hold the narrow section of the bell fitting and rest it on the shoulder of the wider bell if it is very obstinate. To move the bell in the direction of the tube, tap the wrench with a mallet. Don't go overboard here because the tube is screwed into a plastic tank. The 4 prongs of the spring retainer will ride over the rib on the tube and snap into place when the tube is properly placed in the bell fitting, letting you know. If it takes many tries to get the bell to slide off the tube, check the bell's interior with a flashlight to make sure the o-rings are still in place (from innermost to outermost - o-ring, plastic ring, o-ring, plastic bushing sleeve, spring retainer) before inserting it again. Things would be much simpler if the lower oil cooler connection had the same kind as the higher.
4.3/5
For most hot rods and classic engines, like GM, Chevy, GMC, Cadillac, Pontiac, Buick, Ford, Chrysler, Dodge, etc.
Polished Surface; Made of High Quality Stainless Steel
Bolts Center-to-center distance is 5.25"
32 oz Capacity, 3" cylinder diameter, 9" tank body length, Cap thickness is extra 0.5"
Comes with accessories, including L-brackets, bolts, nylon lock nuts.
$234
Very high quality, exactly as shown. Solid aluminum cap with an O-ring seal that can be turned to tighten for a nice, secure fit.The following attributes could be useful: 2" O.D. x 14 3/4" length, plus a 1/2" cap and 2" for the longest tubing, make up the tank. (Instead of the 5 1/4" stated in the description, mounting holes are 1/4"x1/2" slots, 10 1/4" o.c.) Usable volume up to overflow tube's top is 20 oz.My only reason for deducting 1 point is that the outlet tubes are just 0.23" dia., considerably smaller than my 5/16" radiator outlet, therefore I'll require an adaptor.
4.1/5
Innovative engineering, manufacturing technology and quality control ensure that Spectra Premium radiators meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment radiators they replace; that extends to all components, including engine and transmission
Engineered to last; Core Material: Aluminum
No modifications required for proper fit
Perfect fit guarantee.Tank Material: Plastic
Maximum cooling efficiency;Radiator Style: Crossflow
$234
Purchased to repair a 99 Suburban K1500 original radiator that had become obstructed. The "red" coolant breaking down in the original caused problems for the rest of the coolant system. The radiator needs to be replaced as well after working on replacing the remaining coolant lines, jackets, and water pump. I have used the Spectra brand—just a different name—on my other three vehicles, and this one did not disappoint. Although there were some issues with the adaptors, I was able to use my own cooler lines for the oil and gearbox without the need for them. The only thing I needed to use were the seals, however since mine only had two, I had to use plumber's thread tape on the transmission lines. Together with an almost fully new coolant system, it has so far shown to be effective.
4/5
Innovative engineering, manufacturing technology and quality control ensure that Spectra Premium radiators meet or exceed the performance of the original equipment radiators they replace; that extends to all components, including engine and transmission
Engineered to last. Inlet Header- 18-7/16 x 3-1/8 Inches. Outlet Header- 18-1/8 x 3-1/8 Inches. Inlet- 1-5/16 Inches. Outlet- 1-9/16 Inches
Maximum cooling efficiency. All complete radiators are 100% leak tested
Perfect fit guarantee
No modifications required for proper fit
$234
Purchased to repair a 99 Suburban K1500 original radiator that had become obstructed. The "red" coolant breaking down in the original caused problems for the rest of the coolant system. The radiator needs to be replaced as well after working on replacing the remaining coolant lines, jackets, and water pump. I have used the Spectra brand—just a different name—on my other three vehicles, and this one did not disappoint. Although there were some issues with the adaptors, I was able to use my own cooler lines for the oil and gearbox without the need for them. The only thing I needed to use were the seals, however since mine only had two, I had to use plumber's thread tape on the transmission lines. Together with an almost fully new coolant system, it has so far shown to be effective.
No, not all radiators fit all cars. The radiator is a vital part of the car, and it needs to be the right size in order to function properly. There are a few different factors that go into choosing the right radiator for a car, and if the wrong one is chosen, it can cause a number of problems. Make sure to consult with a professional to ensure that the radiator chosen is the right one for the car.
You can put too big of a radiator in a car and it will not work properly. The car will not be able to cool down and the engine will overheat.
A thicker car radiator will have more surface area than a thinner one and will therefore be better at cooling the engine. The downside to this is that a thicker radiator will be heavier and more expensive.
Yes, Denso makes good radiators. They are a Japanese company that has been making radiators for over 50 years. Their radiators are known for their quality and durability.
It does matter what radiator you use because different radiators are made for different purposes. Some radiators are made for larger rooms while others are made for smaller rooms. There are also radiators that are made specifically for certain types of heating systems.
There are a few things you need to take into consideration when choosing an engine radiator. The first is the size of the radiator. You need to make sure that the radiator you choose is the correct size for your engine. The second thing you need to consider is the type of radiator. There are two types of radiators, air cooled and water cooled. Make sure you choose the correct type for your engine. The last thing you need to consider is the material the radiator is made from. There are three types of materials, aluminum, brass, and copper. Make sure you choose the correct
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