Radiator Replacement

[onefstsnake]

Im not needing help. Just posting some Success...

Well my OEM radiator was completely rotted out and leaking badly.
I had been wanting to replace it with a Fluidyne... But dont have the cash.

So I went to Advaced Auto Parts and picked up a Transpro Radiator, Upper/Lower hoses, 195* Tstat, Blue RTV, Gasket, and some hose clamps.

Total: $139.78
Total Time: ~3 hours... 1 hour spent prepping the car, (ie. BFH to Rad support, Paint to Rad support...)

Not the most fun Ive had, but sure saved me some cash.
BTW, the Transpro Radiator fits perfect, and even has a built in Trans/Oil cooler.

 

[86bluecobra]

how many core rad is that? is it aluminium?

 

[onefstsnake]

no its a brass/copper radiator.

2 row I believe. Almost Identical to the stock radiator. Plus a lifetime warranty

$98 at Advanced Auto Parts

 

[86bluecobra]

well thats cheap but if you are going to mod our mustang the oem replacement is hardly enough radiator to cool it.

 

[onefstsnake]

Well since my mustang is my daily driver, Im going to keep it pretty much stock for a while.

Just a few bolt ons here and there...

But the same company had a 3 row Radiator for $150 I think.