What radiator to get?

[jfrabat]

OK, so my radiator is starting to rust, and it is going to need to be replaced, but I was wondering what is the best option. Keep in mind that I have a 2.5L engine, so it is not like I am getting any heating problems at the time... But I would like to replace it with something that is great at cooling the engine, and that will last me for some time. I was thinking about a Griffin aluminum radiator, but was wondering if this is a good investment for me. My intention is to keep the budget as low as possible while getting the best radiator possible (basically, I am looking for value).

So, what radiator would you guys recommend and where would you recommend to get it? It needs to be a drop in replacement, as I do not have so many specialized tools...

Felipe

 

[jfrabat]

Guys, I just saw this one on e-Bay, and it seems to be decently priced:

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/NEW-...-RADIATOR_W0QQitemZ220115110018QQcmdZViewItem

Anyone has any experience with these guys? Or would you recommend I go on a different direction?

Feliope

 

[redrooster]

Sounds like a good deal to me. Read their feedback.

 

[Bounty__Hunter]

www.radiatorbarn.com for a good price and lifetime warrany on an all-metal radiator. Lots of good experiences with them.

 

[jfrabat]

So, should I go all aluminum, or any all metal? I was thinking all aluminum because I read it dissipates heat better, but I dont know...

 

[PhattyX]

Aluminu does disapate heat better than metal. However, you really shouldn't be worried about heating issue with a 4 cyl. even given your local. The one you're looking at is 2 row which is pretty average as radiators go. For example, I'm looking at 3 and 4 rows to cool an 8 cyl.

Corrupt runs some insane gearing and tires on a 4 cyl. I'd hold off a bit and see if he chimes in with experience. With the specs of that auction, Radiator Express looks like they do a good business and will probably relist the item after this particular auction ends.

If you're not leaking yet, wait a couple days to see who else response. Just my opinion. On the other hand, RedRooster's advice/opinions have served me very well in the past, so I wouldn't hesitate if you're set on this one.

-X