Radiator Help Needed

[10thSVT]

I have a hole in my radiator and needing to replace. Anyone have suggestions on a good one. I looking at Mishimoto but not sure. Any help is appreciated..

 

[Tifosi2003GT]

I replaced mine about 4 yrs ago with a Mishimoto… Have had zero problems and fit perfectly.

 

[10thSVT]

Was leaning that way. Thanks

 

[BLOWN9646]

Cold Case makes one also, LMM573A

 

[P49Y-CY]

Last March I downgraded to a cheap, generic GT replacement for my daily driver. Have put about 8k miles on it so far with no issues.

Not ideal, but an option.

 

[10thSVT]

What brand..

 

[wckdvnm]

Champion’s 3 row is what I run; I didn’t need to make any modifications. Mishimoto’s radiator is essentially a stock replacement with fluid stabilizers in the tanks.


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[10thSVT]

Champion’s 3 row is what I run; I didn’t need to make any modifications. Mishimoto’s radiator is essentially a stock replacement with fluid stabilizers in the tanks.


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How long have you been running it?? Where did you buy it from? Thanks

 

[hotcobra03]

I did sve 3 core

Some minor adjustments but happy

 

[10thSVT]

I did sve 3 core

Some minor adjustments but happy

I was just looking at that one..

 

[olympic]

I've had a Mishimoto since 2013, probably has 15k on it, no issues.

 

[wckdvnm]

How long have you been running it?? Where did you buy it from? Thanks

I bought it from champion directly as they are local. But I’ve had it for maybe six months now. It was a replacement for a failed SVE 3 row.

 

[jrgoffin]

A bunch to read on the subject ---> Cooling

If you go with one of the plastic tank parts-store replacements, you are downgrading. The factory radiator has a 1.5" thick core whereas those are 1". No point in going that route when the Terminator's cooling system is such a sticking point.

 

[10thSVT]

A bunch to read on the subject ---> Cooling

If you go with one of the plastic tank parts-store replacements, you are downgrading. The factory radiator has a 1.5" thick core whereas those are 1". No point in going that route when the Terminator's cooling system is such a sticking point.

Which one did you go with

 

[jrgoffin]

Which one did you go with

Still have the stock radiator. Fortunately, I bought a spare for safe keeping and have it stashed away just in case. Mishimoto would be my next choice.

 

[shurur]

my champion 3core cracked eventually...recommend the mishi with their brace..

 

[wckdvnm]

my champion 3core cracked eventually...recommend the mishi with their brace..

Most three cores crack since the factory hold downs aren’t correct. The Mishimoto hold downs correct that.

 

[wckdvnm]

How long have you been running it?? Where did you buy it from? Thanks

Forgot to ask OP what temps do you see when you drive the car; sub 80’s I’d just get a 2 core if you don’t see heavy traffic constantly. Once the temps start to rise especially over 100 the stock radiator begins to struggle.

 

[hotcobra03]

Most three cores crack since the factory hold downs aren’t correct. The Mishimoto hold downs correct that.

Sve notes this also. Says to use thier flexible hold down.

I ordered them. Never installed them.
It looks so flimsy like a aluminum can trimmed

 

[shurur]

Most three cores crack since the factory hold downs aren’t correct. The Mishimoto hold downs correct that.

Good to know..Thanks...golden post!!!