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Old 25 April 2014, 11:30 PM
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Question Aluminium radiator for a Classic - recommendations?

Hi!

About two years ago i needed to replace my radiator. Bought an Apex aluminium radiator who started leaking after a few weeks.

First leak could be soldered more or less but broke again. Since it's leaking on both sides it's time for a new one again.





Are there any recommendations for Classic aluminium rad that will last longer and won't cost a fortune?

Cheers
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Old 26 April 2014, 06:25 AM
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There is actually no benefit over the standard radiator with these alloy jobs.
Old 26 April 2014, 06:39 AM
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as above,why not just fit a standered rad?
Old 26 April 2014, 07:20 AM
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Allisport will make you one of outstanding quality, but it will cost.

http://www.allisport.com/content/alloy-radiators
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Originally Posted by RA Dunk
There is actually no benefit over the standard radiator with these alloy jobs.
I agree with you,but it's a personal thing and I think some people just like the look.SJ.
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Ive got a mishimoto on my new age all good so far and lifetime warrenty so if it leaks they send you a new one, as above though standard are just as good only benefit in an alloy is the look.
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Originally Posted by **jay**
Ive got a mishimoto on my new age all good so far and lifetime warrenty so if it leaks they send you a new one, as above though standard are just as good only benefit in an alloy is the look.
Snap!!!I got the same oneI only changed from standard as I'm rebuilding so am changing any part that looks a bit Ratty,plus the lifetime warranty is always a good thing.SJ.
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Thanks, mates!
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Originally Posted by Andy1899

Are there any recommendations for Classic aluminium rad that will last longer and won't cost a fortune?

Cheers
Andy
Don't bother with the cheap aftermarket jobbies... they are all shyte!

Unless you want to spend £600+ on a 'proper' motorsport rad, you're better off sticking with an oem (Calsonic) or good quality oem replica Nissens rad





Steve
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