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Old 05-04-2014, 08:30 AM
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Im looking ahead of a possible radiator replacement. I can't do it - so what can I expect to pay for r & r of mine repaired, or if it has to be replaced?
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Call a couple of radiator shops in your area and get estimates. Tanking your original and fixing leaks (if any) is reasonably cheap compared to the cost of a replacement.

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I was quoted $500. to recore mine so i just went with a Dewitts Perfect fit Aluminum unit for mine, was on sale at Zip last year for $395.
Car runs much cooler.

Don't imagine too many rad shops would enjoy swapping rads on a C3, labor could add up
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Any idea what a shop will charge to remove and re-install it?
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Any idea what a shop will charge to remove and re-install it?
Include that in your estimate. If you remove it and reinstall it, all it costs is your time.

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