What's the difference-radiators.

[Schurkey]

So...just to ask the question...

Is there a local radiator shop that can clean and re-seal the OEM radiator? You'd save the shipping cost, it'd be a perfect fit. Much depends on the workmanship involved and the condition of the rad you have.

 

[Dariusz Salomon]

So...just to ask the question...

Is there a local radiator shop that can clean and re-seal the OEM radiator? You'd save the shipping cost, it'd be a perfect fit. Much depends on the workmanship involved and the condition of the rad you have.

What here? The craftsmanship is dead. As an example-when I needed ac hoses for the rear I went to a specialist-they didn't have any. They wouldn't get any as nobody sources them. I had to get em from Poland-at least they somehow)not without issues as the original pipe going to the rear evaporator core is bent /rolling eyes/) managed to put them on the old fittings which we managed to rescue. But that is decent idea-I'll prolly save old radiator and take it to Poland next time and try to find someone to fix it-right now tho I think it's in need of rather hasty replacement so I need to do it. I made up my mind-I'm going with denso. Thanks to all.

 

[Caman96]

What here? The craftsmanship is dead. As an example-when I needed ac hoses for the rear I went to a specialist-they didn't have any. They wouldn't get any as nobody sources them. I had to get em from Poland-at least they somehow)not without issues as the original pipe going to the rear evaporator core is bent /rolling eyes/) managed to put them on the old fittings which we managed to rescue. But that is decent idea-I'll prolly save old radiator and take it to Poland next time and try to find someone to fix it-right now tho I think it's in need of rather hasty replacement so I need to do it. I made up my mind-I'm going with denso. Thanks to all.

I was also considering a Denso until I started coming across many bad reviews. I know, I get it, most only leave reviews when unhappy. In the end though, it seemed Spectra seemed to have the least. Good luck.

 

[Dariusz Salomon]

I was also considering a Denso until I started coming across many bad reviews. I know, I get it, most only leave reviews when unhappy. In the end though, it seemed Spectra seemed to have the least. Good luck.

I didn't see any bad ones tbh but thanks for heads up.

 

[TechNova]

I have installed hundreds of aftermarket low price radiators. I USED to use them. Now I only use
OEM or a true aftermarket like speedcooling.com Too many failures with price shopping style OEM copiers.
Wider tubes is important, do some research, the technology has advanced.

 

[Caman96]

I didn't see any bad ones tbh but thanks for heads up.

https://ecat.spectrapremium.com/parts-results-for-vehicle?year=1999&make=Chevrolet&model=Tahoe&submodel=LT%7EV8%7E5.7&language=en

 

[454cid]

Denso doesn't make one for my truck that I know of....I'm pretty sure I looked when I needed one last.

 

[454cid]

So...just to ask the question...

Is there a local radiator shop that can clean and re-seal the OEM radiator? You'd save the shipping cost, it'd be a perfect fit. Much depends on the workmanship involved and the condition of the rad you have.

When I had a tank replaced on my original radiator it only bought me a couple more years before the oil cooler pooped out, which wasn't much time for the cost.

 

[Dariusz Salomon]

Yeah-the issue with my tanks is around the ports and I read few pieces on how people tried to address the issue and to lil success too.
Anyways-to push on with the radiators subject-anybody used these or similar to these-and what is your opinion? I read some opinions on Summit-some love it,some had to get adapters,some said to be careful when installing near heat sources as they're lined with thin plastic so extra heat shields/heat isolation were neaded.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Brand-New-...2349624.m46890.l49286&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0
And also-what's your opinion on additional tranny coolers-I know a lot depends on climate you live in,work load etc, but just for general use-no towing but occasional long drive to hot climates-to do or not really beneficial?

 

[Caman96]

Just be aware just because it says “U.S. Seller” only means it’s shipping from U.S.
Probably from China!