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Old Oct 2, 2009 | 02:02 PM
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After noticing a leak in my radiator, I'm in the market for a new radiator. This is one of those parts you can't, let me rephrase, you SHOULDN'T get a the bone yard. So my question is; what do you think about the radiators on ebay. are they any good?
 
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Old Oct 2, 2009 | 02:09 PM
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Check the feedback..... and is there any name brand mentioned?...Google it if so warrantees are a good sign too...
 
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Old Oct 2, 2009 | 02:22 PM
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To be honest, even if they said they warranty it now, it doesn't mean they will if it breaks. I'm judging them based on dodge forum members experiences. Well, it seems that almost all of them has a 99% positive feedback.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2009 | 02:28 PM
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Originally Posted by J415
To be honest, even if they said they warranty it now, it doesn't mean they will if it breaks. I'm judging them based on dodge forum members experiences. Well, it seems that almost all of them has a 99% positive feedback.
oh...guess you should have asked if anyone had experience with them then...very true about the warranty and feedback in usually left before installation in this case...
I still think you'll get more info and testimonials if you google "ebay radiators" and look for seller names.
 
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Old Oct 2, 2009 | 03:02 PM
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i just bought one i think 109 shipping and all, im happy with it so far, put it in last week......didnt see anything visibly different than the stock besides it being a tad bit narrower
 
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Old Oct 2, 2009 | 04:19 PM
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I bought one from pepboys auto store and it only cost $180.They had it in stock
 
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Old Oct 2, 2009 | 07:50 PM
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I bought mine on eBay, installed no problem and so far no problems with it. Plus it says lifetime warrany from the seller, but who knows how that works a few years from now.
 
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Old Oct 4, 2009 | 01:09 AM
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Most of those eBay Radiators are made by a company called Silla. I distribute radiators and ac parts in my area... I used silla for a short while, as they do offer very competitive prices, but they do lack quality. because of that and multiple fit problems I had to drop them as a supplier. A lot less headaches now! As far as lifetime warranty, it is mostly b.s. I offer a lifetime warranty too, but its the same nonsense. Must have Radiator flushed once a year by a professional (have proof of it) yadddy yah yah No water in system... Its nothing more than something to get your attention! If the radiator fits, and your engine temp is normal after about 15 min of normal use...chances are your good to go for a long time!

if i can help man, email me. coreyv@eliteautoac.com I can probably get you out around $109ish
 
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Old Oct 4, 2009 | 01:20 AM
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What brand are you selling? The fact that you only have 26 post makes me feel very iffy about you. Kind of like those guys who post various feedbacks about various bedliner companies. (Purpl knows who I'm talking about among other members.)
 
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Old Oct 4, 2009 | 01:53 AM
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Yeah sorry Not a bunch of post College, playing baseball at the college, school full time, starting up and running the business (more than full time) The only time I get to play online is at 2:00 AM! lol

I carry CSF, CRS, Koyorad, Behr, Valeo, Visteon, to name a few. Koyorad, Valeo, and Visteon are your OEM Brand names. CSF, CRS, and all the others they build great aftermarket radiators, all iso 90001 yaddy yah certifications, and their radiators actually get tested.

I was attracted to Silla at first because they are cheap. no doubt people like cheap...but they were too cheap. Quality wasn't what I expected, and the fits were not so exact. They got dropped quickly.

Oddly enough, about a week ago I bought a radiator from Accela auto from ebay... for a 91 corvette. I bought just to see who made it and how the hell it could sold so cheap ($78 w/ free shipping) Sure enough...a Silla radiator showed up on my door step. I knew why it could be sold so cheap.
 
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