Koyo N Flow vs Godspeed vs CX Racing radiator?
09-04-12, 06:08 PM
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Koyo N Flow vs Godspeed vs CX Racing radiator?
I am wondering if the added cost of the N flow $299 shipped going to be worth it? I am in the market for a radiator thats going to keep my Florida car cool and issue free. Thanks!
09-04-12, 06:20 PM
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a lot of people use the Koyo radiators and they are decent. Another brand you may want to consider is Fluidyne but its more expensive, but better quality and performance wise compared to the Koyo.
09-04-12, 09:52 PM
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I've not heard much of any negative feedback about the Fluidyne radiators... Other than people complaining about having to pay more for something more reliable. I've seen complaints about Koyo radiators, though. I have one myself (Not an 'N-Flow') and have had no issues. Apparently they're made by little Asian girls or something. Who knows what to believe.
About a month ago I read a few positive threads about Godspeed radiators. (The 'Search' function is key.)
Maybe my friend 'point-blank' can chime in about his Afco radiator. (Here's a pic he sent me.)
About a month ago I read a few positive threads about Godspeed radiators. (The 'Search' function is key.)
Maybe my friend 'point-blank' can chime in about his Afco radiator. (Here's a pic he sent me.)
09-05-12, 05:25 AM
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I've used a lot of KOYO, the plastic drain plug thing they were doing was retarded. I haven't seen one with a plastic drain plug in a while. Probably out with all the old logo radiators I'd imagine. I do have a new KOYO (non N-Flow) I need to pick up. Haven't really had any issues with KOYO. Just dumb people with S14's using bolts that are too long for the stock fan shroud only to punch through into the end tank from gorilla manhandling the bolt in. 
Why so stupid? Who knows...
Used a lot of Fluidyne over the years too on Domestic V8 applications. Friend also has a full size DA Integra version in his B16A CRX, can run cool enough where it doesn't even pop VTEC at cruising freeway speeds. Really gotta beat the **** out of it to get it warm all the way up. No complaints about Fluidyne's from me or anyone I've ever heard from.
"Supposedly" the Godspeed, Mizu, etc. radiators are made in Malaysia like KOYO's. One of those heard it through the grapevine things, wouldn't surprise me if it were true. Wouldn't mean they're all made in the same factory or have the same design though. Personally never used any of those other brands so can't say their junk if I haven't tried it.
For me I'd use a: KOYO or Fluidyne. Add in a Ron Davis custom rad as the next step up...
Why so stupid? Who knows...Used a lot of Fluidyne over the years too on Domestic V8 applications. Friend also has a full size DA Integra version in his B16A CRX, can run cool enough where it doesn't even pop VTEC at cruising freeway speeds. Really gotta beat the **** out of it to get it warm all the way up. No complaints about Fluidyne's from me or anyone I've ever heard from.
"Supposedly" the Godspeed, Mizu, etc. radiators are made in Malaysia like KOYO's. One of those heard it through the grapevine things, wouldn't surprise me if it were true. Wouldn't mean they're all made in the same factory or have the same design though. Personally never used any of those other brands so can't say their junk if I haven't tried it.
For me I'd use a: KOYO or Fluidyne. Add in a Ron Davis custom rad as the next step up...
09-05-12, 06:58 AM
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I recently bought one from crx off feebay for another application but have never used it, was expecting the worst for workmanship but was presently surprised, it is not polished like my Koyo but the welding compares quite favorably.
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I apologize for the picture link being broken above. Maybe point-blank can post some if he sees this. He lives in Las Vegas... So he can relate to the heat. Not so much the humidity, though. He upgraded his cooling system with that Afco radiator when he moved to Vegas. I'll have to ask him how it's holding up. (Or have him give a review in this thread.)
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https://www.rx7club.com/2nd-generati...iators-835115/
10,000 views, 122 replies.
On that note.
There are people on ebay who even make knockoff Godspeed/CX radiators. These are the ones which usually look pretty nasty and I've seen numerous fail. I've had mine for about 4 Northern Florida Summers and a few dozen drift/AutoX events. It is rock solid and certainly recommend one as an upgrade. Can't chime in on effectiveness vs the others, but I've never (knock on wood) had problems in my turbo car with water temps.
10,000 views, 122 replies.
On that note.
There are people on ebay who even make knockoff Godspeed/CX radiators. These are the ones which usually look pretty nasty and I've seen numerous fail. I've had mine for about 4 Northern Florida Summers and a few dozen drift/AutoX events. It is rock solid and certainly recommend one as an upgrade. Can't chime in on effectiveness vs the others, but I've never (knock on wood) had problems in my turbo car with water temps.
