Need new radiator

[p-Bar]

Hi all,
04.5 radiator starting to leak at the plastic crimp. I see pricing all over the place . Amazon has some for 120.00 what are your thoughts . Thanks.

 

[cerberusiam]

Just got one of of Ebay for about $250. The only visual difference between it and the Mishimoto is it lacks a big M painted on it. Seems to be a solid product and has been installed and working fine for 3 months.

 

[p-Bar]

Thanks Cerb. Where was yours leaking?

 

[cerberusiam]

Cracked the plastic tank on the front top of the driver side tank. No reason, hasn't been touched or hit or anything, the tank just cracked right thru one of the raised molded stiffeners on the tank.

 

[p-Bar]

Funny I think thats where my leak is too. Structural design flaw I guess

 

[jhenderson]

Cracked the plastic tank on the front top of the driver side tank. No reason, hasn't been touched or hit or anything, the tank just cracked right thru one of the raised molded stiffeners on the tank.

Same exact spot my 04.5 cracked.

 

[SSage]

What did you get?

Last time I bought one for my 2nd gen I ended up with the Advanced Auto cheapo plastic/aluminum lifetime warranty deal a few years ago, been towing heavy with it through summer heat and it still works fine.

I'm surprised the plastic wonder is still okay in my 03. Lost the water pump years ago under warranty, but the OEM radiator has lasted longer than expected.

 

[p-Bar]

Thanks SSage. I'm amazed these last as long as they do. I ordered a cheapy should be here end of the week.