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Old Aug 30, 2009 | 06:13 PM
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Radiator Swap

I have a 3vz-e and the radiator is starting to leak fluid from the top of it. and I just figured i'd replace it. How does everyone feel about the aluminum radiator from LC engineering? any objections or bad experiences? gimme some feed back before I jump into this.
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Old Aug 31, 2009 | 04:19 AM
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i object to their prices. go to a radiator shop and have them custom make you a aluminum for alot less.
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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 10:51 PM
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copper conducts thermal radiation better then aluminum, the aluminum Rad. craze is over rated.
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Old Sep 2, 2009 | 10:52 PM
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just get your stock oem one rebuilt at a rad shop, thats what ive gathered from everyone
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 01:20 AM
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I bought a new ALL METAL one that bolted right in from www.autohausaz.com; less than $200.
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 09:40 AM
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I went with a $150 aftermarket aluminum radiator from my radiator shop when I rebuilt my 22re. Its bigger, cools better and much lighter than stock. Been very happy with it. Apparently there's many different models to choose from so bring your old one in when you pick it up to make sure all the holes line up.
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Old Sep 3, 2009 | 09:43 AM
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Well I had a pin hole leak in mine that started spraying EVERYWHERE. The shop I brought it to "re-cored" it, it was kind of expensive, but cheaper than buying a new one.
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