Hi simple one really (I Think)


I need to replace the Rad in my 04 Sti impreza its leaking bottom corner and wonder what to go for and where from ?


Car just gets normal road use


Regards
Ian

 

Just done this on my blob, see my thread https://www.scoobynet.com/1004847-fo...l#post11653434

No problems with the rad I fitted

 

Mine started leaking a month or two back (thought the HGs were going but thankfully not!). I bought a Blueprint rad from our motor factors. It was identical to the one I took out in every way (and very light weight, so don't be swayed by expensive ones that suggest weight saving) and fitted perfectly.

Look for part number ads79824 and you should be able to source one for well under £150

 

OEM are actually well priced as far as I can remember but mine cost me about £50, as above, identical to the OEM one except not 'made in japan'.

 

Good price for a rad, that I got mine through my trade supplier for MUCH less than the £150 I suggested, but still not as good as that. Nice one!

 

Good morning thanks for the comments and link.


So it look like an OEM replacement is the way to go.


I had looked at the Mishmoto Performance Aluminium Radiators, 2001-2007 as they are £215 etc .


Thanks again for your replies it has been a help.


Car goes in the Garage a week tomorrow and if the leak is the Rad I will probably get them to replace it with a standard OEM Rad.


Regards
Ian

 

Mine came from a local rad specialist, £64 with a 2-year guarantee and two stainless Jubilee clips.

Good for 400+/400

 

Thanks for all the advice


Ended up ordering an all alloy Mishimoto rad with top/bottom hoses all from Amber Performance as they did me a good deal.


Cant wait for it to arrive so I can get it fitted and the car back on the road.


Regards
Ian