Radiator needs to be replaced--Stock or aftermarket?
06-23-2009, 11:37 PM
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Radiator needs to be replaced--Stock or aftermarket?
Before buying my 95 Formula I had my mechanic look it over. He said the plastic component of the radiator is cracked and the radiator needs to be replaced.
My question is, are there better non-OEM radiators that I should get? This car is currently stock. I don't see it getting much more than basic bolt ons and a tune, so I don't need the capacity that a real street beast would need.
My question is, are there better non-OEM radiators that I should get? This car is currently stock. I don't see it getting much more than basic bolt ons and a tune, so I don't need the capacity that a real street beast would need.
06-25-2009, 02:56 AM
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06-25-2009, 03:22 AM
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haha thanks
06-25-2009, 04:47 PM
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If the radiator endcaps are craked (plastic pieces on each side) just get new ones. Any capable radiator shop should be able to order new replacements. Just a cheaper option if your radiator is still in good shape.
07-07-2009, 11:10 AM
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I guess the rad shops around here aren't very capable because they told me that I would have to buy a whole rad because they don't carry/can't find the end caps.
Do you know of a place I can get just the endcaps?
Is there any way I can just patch up the plastic endcaps? Is there a sealer that can maintain pressure at running temps?
Do you know of a place I can get just the endcaps?
Is there any way I can just patch up the plastic endcaps? Is there a sealer that can maintain pressure at running temps?
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