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Old 08-22-2011, 01:23 PM
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Does anyone have suggestions of where to get an OEM radiator for cheap? Doesnt have to be OEM but it is preffered.
 
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Old 08-22-2011, 01:50 PM
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Junkyard is always worth a look over
 
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Old 08-22-2011, 03:56 PM
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Yeah im just a little worried i may get one with fine cracks on the plastic housing or is partially clogged. then im just back to square 1 but 50 bucks down. I found an OEM Delphi on ebay for 125 shipped. and 1800radiators isnt much better. Just thought id throw a post out see if anyone had any better input.
 
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Old 08-22-2011, 04:34 PM
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$125 for a new radiator is pretty cheap. I wouldn't bother with a used one unless it had been tested and certified against leaks. But heck, you don't see too many radiator shops around anymore.

Just bite the bullet and get a new one. Peace of mind is a wonderful thing.
 
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Old 08-22-2011, 05:25 PM
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Very true, I think ill order it now. Shes starting to leak real bad.
 
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Old 08-22-2011, 09:07 PM
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i just bought one today from awful zone $110
 
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Old 08-23-2011, 11:31 AM
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Im thinking of buying one from a parts store now the more i think about it, I dont really want to wait a week to get it shipped to me. But that one fro rock auto is that new? it said built to exceed stock specs but it looked like some of the fins were damaged.
 
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Old 08-23-2011, 11:44 AM
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far as i know rock only sells new parts. if you want to inspect the part before buying your gona have to use a local parts store. shipping a radiator would require a good packing job to keep from damaging the fins. at least judging by some of the holes in the boxes i have gotten.
 
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Old 08-23-2011, 01:26 PM
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Rock Auto shipping can get a bit pricey, you'd be better off ordering in-store for roughly the same price and easy returns. However, I've never had problems with RA.
 


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