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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 02:41 PM
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So I need a new radiator,
I am would really like a 2 row model

I am looking at the http://www.radiatorexpress.com/produ...aia_id=1372036

and the
http://www.autozone.com/autozone/par...1448_216038_0_

but I am still open to suggestions,

what are my best bets?

thanks
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 02:53 PM
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The first one says all aluminum.... and is cheaper... but, states some 'adjustments' to possibly make it fit..... second one has plastic tanks, and is more expensive......

I would be curious to know just what they mean by "minor adjustment"....
 
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 03:01 PM
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A radiator is one of those parts I'd get local. You drive down the street to get it replaced if it's defective.
 
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 03:33 PM
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Originally Posted by zman17
A radiator is one of those parts I'd get local. You drive down the street to get it replaced if it's defective.
I completely agree with you on this one there is just some things you do not want to buy online. I went to the wrecking yard last week and picked me up a month old radiator, the warranty papers was still in the glove box. 50.00 for a new rad and no shipping ya cant beat that.
 
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 03:39 PM
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I know what you mean, but still need to find a good radiator itself, then figure where to buy it, thanks
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 03:42 PM
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oh and I dont trust any local shop to the shopping for me, since they are going to be looking out for their end (profit), rather than my end of the deal(reliable/effectiveness),

I feel more comfortable figuring out what I want first, then shopping for that.
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Old Jul 4, 2012 | 04:21 PM
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I bought my new radiator from AutoZone, like $223 I think. It installs in 5 minutes, if that long.... Also has fittings for an inner cooler....
 
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Old Jul 5, 2012 | 04:28 PM
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Call the local parts stores and look in the yellow pages or online for radiator shops in you area.
 
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