I'm a guinea pig for cheap race radiator
07-02-05, 02:30 AM
#55
Originally Posted by jayk
So after round 2 battling the radiator, a couple bloody knuckles and a bloody nose (don't ask) I got it to slide between the top brackets. Now it won't drop down all the way, its about an inch and a half away from bolting onto the brackets. There seems to be a lip off of the plastic thing that spreads the stock nose and used to seal to the top of the radiator that blocks it from dropping lower. If it doesn't drop lower the scoop on the stock intercooler ducting won't fit between the radiator and the frame. Do those of you that have installed this radiator have stock noses? I could cut about 1/2 inch off the lip to make it drop in, but I'd rather not. Any ideas?
I didnt finish putting the A/C condenser back on since it got dark and my back was killing me. From the looks of it, I think I'll need longer bolts? Any tips to make the a/c stuff install easier?
When I removed my "stock" radiator, I realized it was the copper/brass CSF radiator. I'm guessing it's less than two years old since the previous owner changed some stuff before I bought the car a year ago. I took some pictures comparing the stock CSF radiator to the Race version. I'll post them in a bit.
07-17-06, 08:38 PM
#56
Originally Posted by wan
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When I removed my "stock" radiator, I realized it was the copper/brass CSF radiator. I'm guessing it's less than two years old since the previous owner changed some stuff before I bought the car a year ago. I took some pictures comparing the stock CSF radiator to the Race version. I'll post them in a bit.
When I removed my "stock" radiator, I realized it was the copper/brass CSF radiator. I'm guessing it's less than two years old since the previous owner changed some stuff before I bought the car a year ago. I took some pictures comparing the stock CSF radiator to the Race version. I'll post them in a bit.
TIA,
:-) neil
06-25-07, 06:33 AM
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Does anyone have any information on either the race or the medium sized reguarding fittment with a FMIC installed? i have a greddy 2 row and am looking to replace the brass/copper oem replacement radiator that they sell to get better cooling.
06-26-07, 03:21 PM
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i love this, i dont know where your located but if your on the east coast i will support you with a free dyno of before and after? didnt read your post only the thread title
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I'm running a Koyo (as this wasn't an option three years ago) and have been really happy. The install was painless and the quality of the radiator is remarkable (as would be expected of Koyo). The price was steep though at $350, but I when it comes to cars like ours... you really do have to pay to play.
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