97 OBS 5.7 Radiator

[454cid]

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so there is liquid in this? I know what the ones with liquid have a capillary tube i was talking about this

That's solid aluminum. Liquid would need a way to circulate to another object/place. There are liquid cooled PCs, but they're a DIY thing, mostly for the wow factor or maybe it benefits overclocking the processor. I've never explored it.

 

[df2x4]

There are liquid cooled PCs, but they're a DIY thing, mostly for the wow factor or maybe it benefits overclocking the processor.

It does benefit overclocking, but IMO it still doesn't really make sense. I'd rather spend the money allocated for a decent liquid cooling setup on faster components that don't require it to run at similar speeds. That way you don't have to worry about your computer leaking.

Not sure how this thread ended up here but it's been an interesting read.

 

[AuroraGirl]

That's solid aluminum. Liquid would need a way to circulate to another object/place. There are liquid cooled PCs, but they're a DIY thing, mostly for the wow factor or maybe it benefits overclocking the processor. I've never explored it.

yes, I have one next to me, but I was saying that I wasnt sure if computer heatsinks(the kind i showed) had fluid but i doubt they did. the kind he was showing me were the ones you put on a CPU that come with the CPU normally(intel) , they have a capillary tube in the center with a liquid and then also has alunium heat sink to dissipate and the fan to move air lol

 

[RubnOneOut]

Get a TYC or the Spectra premium. There is no advantage getting an expensive aluminum radiator when a the original design is more than adequate. Use your funds for other real qualified improvements.

So I bought the TYC hand have to say it was complete junk. I installed it upon arrival, got all air out of the radiator, thought everything was good and BOOM started leaking from the bottom of the radiator. Did a pressure test after and a hairline crack in the metal frame. SMH, luckily I got refunded for it.

 

[L31MaxExpress]

So I bought the TYC hand have to say it was complete junk. I installed it upon arrival, got all air out of the radiator, thought everything was good and BOOM started leaking from the bottom of the radiator. Did a pressure test after and a hairline crack in the metal frame. SMH, luckily I got refunded for it.

I also got my hands on a junk TYC, I ordered it ahead of time building my 97 Express. I was past the point of returning it with the re-seller. No offer for a return or the manufacturer to make good on it at all. Mine had a load of pinholes that showed up in the core as if the aluminum had been acid washed during assembly and remained on the core. It never even pressurized, just started spraying coolant immediately.

 

[RubnOneOut]

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so there is liquid in this? I know what the ones with liquid have a capillary tube i was talking about this

There is no Liquid in that to answer your question, but under it is a Thermal paste to help dissipate the heat throughout the block for what ever chip is under it. If it is a CPU, then there should be a fan close by to blow air over it. (BTW I build computers)

 

[RubnOneOut]

I also got my hands on a junk TYC, I ordered it ahead of time building my 97 Express. I was past the point of returning it with the re-seller. No offer for a return or the manufacturer to make good on it at all. Mine had a load of pinholes that showed up in the core as if the aluminum had been acid washed during assembly and remained on the core. It never even pressurized, just started spraying coolant immediately.

I got mine from Amazon new and It was a nightmare. While I was at it, I did go to Car parts and bout a radiator and Condenser kit. I already had the New compressor and Refrigerant. So I went back to Amazon and got the dryer also. I previously replaced the heater core. I now have Ac in the truck, which I am happy about.

 

[454cid]

I also got my hands on a junk TYC, I ordered it ahead of time building my 97 Express. I was past the point of returning it with the re-seller. No offer for a return or the manufacturer to make good on it at all. Mine had a load of pinholes that showed up in the core as if the aluminum had been acid washed during assembly and remained on the core. It never even pressurized, just started spraying coolant immediately.

Sounds like maybe it was in the furnace too long. There's no reason to acid wash them after brazing. They come out ready for tanks.

 

[454cid]

So I bought the TYC hand have to say it was complete junk. I installed it upon arrival, got all air out of the radiator, thought everything was good and BOOM started leaking from the bottom of the radiator. Did a pressure test after and a hairline crack in the metal frame. SMH, luckily I got refunded for it.

Sorry about that. Mine has been fantastic.

 

[GoToGuy]

Well, I don't know, has quality world wide bombed? Yeah, probably, you hear the horror stories , not second or third hand but a friend or cousin, neighbor.
I am or are very lucky , that the two radiators I installed , the Tahoe and the K2500, have not had problems. The Tahoe went in before the pandemic. If now the TYC have turned to junk that's a bummer. I really thought someone had a good aftermarket product. The new RR taillight assembly i installed August past is still going good.
Another one bites the dust.....