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any info on the best aluminim radiator that is $300 or less in price & is a direct replacement for the stock radiator?? thanks in advance
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SignUp Now!any info on the best aluminim radiator that is $300 or less in price & is a direct replacement for the stock radiator?? thanks in advance
There is no such thing as a real stock replacement alum radiator for a 1986-7 turbo Buick for $300 or less, as this radiator is unique to 86-97 TR's only.
Some off-shore alum radiators say they are, but not true.
Why do you NOT want the best radiator to be sure you use a quality replacement as you want to protect the engine and trans?
The Alradco is almost double your pricing, but worth every dollar!
An alternative is to use a new copper core on your existing end tanks, and it will cool as well as an alum radiator since copper will transfer heat better than aluminum.
Cause no one in my town does core replacements & my end tanks arent in the best shape. also that is out of my budget.There is no such thing as a real stock replacement alum radiator for a 1986-7 turbo Buick for $300 or less, as this radiator is unique to 86-97 TR's only.
Some off-shore alum radiators say they are, but not true.
Why do you NOT want the best radiator to be sure you use a quality replacement as you want to protect the engine and trans?
The Alradco is almost double your pricing, but worth every dollar!
An alternative is to use a new copper core on your existing end tanks, and it will cool as well as an alum radiator since copper will transfer heat better than aluminum.
There is no such thing as a real stock replacement alum radiator for a 1986-7 turbo Buick for $300 or less, as this radiator is unique to 86-97 TR's only.
Some off-shore alum radiators say they are, but not true.
Why do you NOT want the best radiator to be sure you use a quality replacement as you want to protect the engine and trans?
The Alradco is almost double your pricing, but worth every dollar!
An alternative is to use a new copper core on your existing end tanks, and it will cool as well as an alum radiator since copper will transfer heat better than aluminum.
Cause no one in my town does core replacements & my end tanks arent in the best shape. also that is out of my budget.There is no such thing as a real stock replacement alum radiator for a 1986-7 turbo Buick for $300 or less, as this radiator is unique to 86-97 TR's only.
Some off-shore alum radiators say they are, but not true.
Why do you NOT want the best radiator to be sure you use a quality replacement as you want to protect the engine and trans?
The Alradco is almost double your pricing, but worth every dollar!
An alternative is to use a new copper core on your existing end tanks, and it will cool as well as an alum radiator since copper will transfer heat better than aluminum.
good info, thanks.Love my alradco. I opted for the powdered chrome finish which I would highly NOT recommend (horrible durability, and will wipe off with brake clean). The rad itself performs extremely well though. Fit was perfect. Went from 200-205° temps during 80° ambient with A/C off to 162-165 under same conditions and a max of 180 on a 100° day we had here 2 weeks ago. This is all with a RJC 315 front mount and stock fan. I'm sure the 30 yr old OE rad was getting partially blocked but I'm still impressed. Only other thing that changed was I went from an antifreeze mix to distilled water and RMI25 in the new rad. Will have to drain amd add some coolant in november
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good info, thanks. im thinkin about a jegs 31 x 19 aluminum rad with an external mounted jegs hi perf oil cooler to get the hot oil out the rad.Love my alradco. I opted for the powdered chrome finish which I would highly NOT recommend (horrible durability, and will wipe off with brake clean). The rad itself performs extremely well though. Fit was perfect. Went from 200-205° temps during 80° ambient with A/C off to 162-165 under same conditions and a max of 180 on a 100° day we had here 2 weeks ago. This is all with a RJC 315 front mount and stock fan. I'm sure the 30 yr old OE rad was getting partially blocked but I'm still impressed. Only other thing that changed was I went from an antifreeze mix to distilled water and RMI25 in the new rad. Will have to drain amd add some coolant in november
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Installed one of these today for a buddy. When I noticed the 3/4" tubes 3 row I was impressed. Obviously not an American made product but it fit well and functioned great. Not bad for the price.http://buickgn.com/aluminum radiators.htm Closer to your budget and they have the oil and trans cooler in it. Not stock appearing at all but they work. Mine has been in for about 6 years now.
good info, thanks. im thinkin about a jegs 31 x 19 aluminum rad with an external mounted jegs hi perf oil cooler to get the hot oil out the rad.Love my alradco. I opted for the powdered chrome finish which I would highly NOT recommend (horrible durability, and will wipe off with brake clean). The rad itself performs extremely well though. Fit was perfect. Went from 200-205° temps during 80° ambient with A/C off to 162-165 under same conditions and a max of 180 on a 100° day we had here 2 weeks ago. This is all with a RJC 315 front mount and stock fan. I'm sure the 30 yr old OE rad was getting partially blocked but I'm still impressed. Only other thing that changed was I went from an antifreeze mix to distilled water and RMI25 in the new rad. Will have to drain amd add some coolant in november
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it falls right at $300. i also used this same radiator in a 87 monte ss i had with a big block in it & it worked extremely well, thats why im considering going with the Jegs.How much will that set up cost? Is it USA made? Not a supporting Buick vendor. Just playing devils advocate here not trying to upset you. Also keep in mind you will need a HUGE liquid to air oil cooler to make up the efficiency of the liquid to liquid in the stock type rad. Many people will tell you it isnt needed and they make out fine without oil coolers. Personally I like it
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good info, thanks. im thinkin about a jegs 31 x 19 aluminum rad with an external mounted jegs hi perf oil cooler to get the hot oil out the rad.Love my alradco. I opted for the powdered chrome finish which I would highly NOT recommend (horrible durability, and will wipe off with brake clean). The rad itself performs extremely well though. Fit was perfect. Went from 200-205° temps during 80° ambient with A/C off to 162-165 under same conditions and a max of 180 on a 100° day we had here 2 weeks ago. This is all with a RJC 315 front mount and stock fan. I'm sure the 30 yr old OE rad was getting partially blocked but I'm still impressed. Only other thing that changed was I went from an antifreeze mix to distilled water and RMI25 in the new rad. Will have to drain amd add some coolant in november
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it falls right at $300. i also used this same radiator in a 87 monte ss i had with a big block in it & it worked extremely well, thats why im considering going with the Jegs.How much will that set up cost? Is it USA made? Not a supporting Buick vendor. Just playing devils advocate here not trying to upset you. Also keep in mind you will need a HUGE liquid to air oil cooler to make up the efficiency of the liquid to liquid in the stock type rad. Many people will tell you it isnt needed and they make out fine without oil coolers. Personally I like it
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i am not at all worried about stock appearing as long as it cools & does its job. I have the stock intercooler moved to the front & still have a/c so the condensor is there also.. i like what i see here & thanks for info Mark!http://buickgn.com/aluminum radiators.htm Closer to your budget and they have the oil and trans cooler in it. Not stock appearing at all but they work. Mine has been in for about 6 years now.
I think we have a blemished one that got dented at our powder coater. We sell these at a big discount when it happens occasionally. Send me a PM and I'll check for you when I get in. BTW, this is an Alradco radiator.
Peter