Y33 Radiator Replacement

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99q45t_vl
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My 10 year old radiator started leaking from the top plastic tank, and I'm looking for a replacement. All I can find is the one row, aluminum core with plastic tanks. Is there one with the metal tanks available? I see them for G50, but not for Y33.


qship96
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Did you check the CSF Radiator site? I would go with the aluminum core plastic tank model myself- same as what originally came from the factory- it lasted 10 years, which is excellent!

Even IF a All Metal radiator could be found, it is no guarantee it would last any longer, and not sure you would even WANT it to, as even an old NON leaking radiator needs periodic replacement due to interior blockage and external fin wear and dirt accumulation.


maxnix
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You'd have to go custom for the all aluminum with a B&M ATF cooler on the side.

some have gone with copper, but weight and differing valences would compel me to remain with OEM aluminum specification.

99q45t_vl
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Got a deal from radiatorbarn.com for CSF 2726. Will install it this weekend. Thank you for help.


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