[s-cars] What fer brand radiator to get/not get?

[Peter Schulz]

I bought into the "all metal" momentum a few years back and replaced the failed oem unit on my 200 Avant with an all metal one made by Nissens.

Quality was poor (overspray on the mounting studs had to be chased with a tap, and the paint peeled off the end tanks within a week of use). I resolved to not by another Nissens radiator, but had to when replacing one in the 90 as no others were available other than a very expensive dealer unit. The 90 radiator has faired better, so perhaps Nissens quality has improved.

I agree with Joshua, 10 years is good for a radiator, regardless of endtank materials.  Stick with oem mfrs like Behr, AKG, etc.

-Peter


On Dec 16, 2009, at 8:23 AM, Joshua Van Tol wrote:

> Lots of folks will chime in suggesting the all metal unit. I disagree. The
> OE plastic/aluminum unit (behr?) lasts over 10 years, is much lighter than
> the all metal units, and, because it has an aluminum core, cools better too.
> Also, it fits perfectly. I think I got mine from SJM a few years back.
> 
> On Tue, Dec 15, 2009 at 8:10 PM, <dbkase at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
>> she's seepin'...
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-Peter Schulz
Chelmsford Ma, USA
http://www.naaclub.org/

1995.5 S6 Avant Emerald/Ecru
1995.5 S6 Avant Silver/Platinum
1991 90Q 20v Q Red
1991 90Q 20v Indigo
1991 CQ silver  (eS2 recipient)