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Old Nov 19, 2001 | 08:48 AM
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Question Anyone have commments on koyo radiator?

Yeah it was a bitch to install w/ stock intercooler and battery tray but my temps are frigid when driving normal and much cooler all the way around!!!!
93 base Montego blue w/ 59000 on original motor
Pettit unlimited ECU
Automter boost gauge
Piaa lighting
Greddy Profec B running 12 psi on high mode
Pettit down, resonated mid, turbo tuff catback (all 3 " SS)
Pettit intake
Pettit AST
Koyo aluminum race radiator
cusco front tower bar brace
eibach springs from Pettit (best mode done so far!)
Pettit short shifter
ACT street/strip clutch w/ lightened flywheel
Pettit under drive power pulleys
Stock Rims
Stock intercooler, motor, and turbos for now!!
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Old Nov 19, 2001 | 09:20 AM
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I recommend Koyo rads, I love mine, quality piece
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Old Nov 19, 2001 | 09:24 AM
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So how bad was the install? Was it horrid? I have heard there is trimming involved....

Also, did you have to remove everything from the car to put it in, or what?

Later,
Patrick
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Old Mar 8, 2002 | 05:57 PM
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i put mine in today with no problems. i had to cut the fan frame alittle bit. it fit in the stock location with the stock brackets flipped upside down. it also fit with my m2 medium ic. hope this helps.
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Old Mar 9, 2002 | 08:38 AM
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using the search function, i found this nice thread by josh. hope it helps

https://www.rx7club.com/forum/showth...threadid=25732
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Old Mar 9, 2002 | 09:03 AM
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Mine is otw ill let you know when i get it.
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Old Mar 9, 2002 | 09:36 AM
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Koyo Radiator Install How-To With Pictures

Here's the link to the radiator install how-to that I used as a reference when I installed my Koyo. This link talks about the SR radiator which I am sure is actually a Koyo.

http://www.rx7guru.com/radiatorhowto.html

Look, from my experience, all of the talk about the fitment problems with the Koyo is overblown and probably scares some people away from the Koyo. However, with that said, I did find the need to do a number of "trial" fittings and removal of the radiator to identify areas of interference and perform some basic bending and grinding to eliminate the interference. The link above does not discuss any fitment issues. I believe that fitment issues are going to vary from car to car, so don't expect to see a list of fitment problems and solutions.

Just go into this with your eyes open. Get the front of the car up on jack stands so you can inspect for interference from both above and below. Allow for the additional time required for the "trial" fittings. Have the required tools handy for some minor bending and grinding. I'm satisfied with the Koyo and it is still my radiator of choice.
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