Upgrade Radiator?

bynumj

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• Apr 27, 2009

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I am getting my radiator replaced and the insurance is paying for it. Should I have it replaced with the OEM or upgrade? If I upgrade, I will have to pay the extra cost. What would you do and what kind would you get?

Also, I am installing the following within the next couple of weeks:
-Vortech V3 Non-cooled
-CMDP
-160* Thermostat

 

klaw

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• Apr 28, 2009

• #2

Upgrade now while you're at.

 

walter

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• Apr 28, 2009

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+1 especially since yo're running w/o an intercooler. Remember F/I adds an element of heat and stress to your motor so to keep things cool you should consider always a radiator upgrade and an oil cooler.

Just my personal recommendation.

 

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o0Dan0o

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• Apr 29, 2009

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+2, might as well while you're at it. How much are they giving you? You can get some of those radiators cheep off of e-bay.
Dan

 

bynumj

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Apr 29, 2009

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o0Dan0o said:

+2, might as well while you're at it. How much are they giving you? You can get some of those radiators cheep off of e-bay.
Dan

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They are giving me $200 for the radiator. I think I will go with the AFCO radiator. I can get it at summit racing for $300 plus $12 s/h.

 

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mustangdave

My rearend needs a stud and two nuts.

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• Apr 30, 2009

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Here is a very nice aluminum unit for 273:
Mishimoto Performance Aluminum Mustang Radiator - Manual - (05+ GT) at AmericanMuscle.com - Free Shipping!

 

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mustangdave

My rearend needs a stud and two nuts.

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• Apr 30, 2009

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Here is a very detailed install with tons of pics including side by side comparisons.
http://forums.stangnet.com/716951-aluminum-radiator-install-write-up-long.html