$161 Radiator Installed
Jun 14, 2017 | 10:20 PM
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Racer
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FASTFATBOY
I don't think that radiator is setup for an "oil cooler" those are most likely automatic transmission cooler line hookups.
You are correct, they are for an A/T.
Jun 14, 2017 | 10:28 PM
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But if you have a manual trans, you can use it for an oil cooler.
Not that I would, but I'm sure some people might.
Last edited by C5 Pete; Jun 14, 2017 at 10:29 PM .
Jun 15, 2017 | 09:47 AM
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marc a
The same radiator is being sold by other vendors. Just search for C5 radiator.
A search revealed the cheapest alternative to be $280.
Jun 15, 2017 | 11:30 AM
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I wish they made a cut down version but I may have a radiator shop cut it down for me. That's what I did with my stocker for the 4" dongle. So may order this guy or the others I see on ebay
Jun 15, 2017 | 12:00 PM
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Jun 16, 2017 | 08:57 PM
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^ I seen a few others for 250 shipped..
Jun 19, 2017 | 08:33 PM
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This is now priced At $461
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Nov 1, 2017 | 01:25 PM
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Just another update. Finally got back to the track in October and during 3 80+ degree days the coolant temps stayed below 230. The oil was at 258 so the next project will address that.
Marc
Nov 1, 2017 | 05:01 PM
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Marc,
Thanks for the update.
I assume you are running a 6 speed, but would you know the size of the transmission cooler in/outs on the right side tank on this K-Tuning radiator?
Jim
Nov 1, 2017 | 09:08 PM
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Jim,
I'll check this weekend when its up for an oil change.
They are available again btw.
Marc
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Nov 1, 2017 | 09:25 PM
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Jim,
I'll check this weekend when its up for an oil change.
Marc
Thanks Marc,
I suspect they will be sized for the 97-00 rather than the 01-04.
GM changed the fittings on the rad in 01........but it may be possible to adapt if known ahead of the install.
Last edited by jrprich; Nov 1, 2017 at 09:29 PM .
Nov 1, 2017 | 10:21 PM
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They are being sold on Ali Express now for a reasonable price.
Nov 1, 2017 | 10:41 PM
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They are being sold on Ali Express now for a reasonable price.
Would you have a link to the Ali Ex page?
Nov 1, 2017 | 10:57 PM
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Nov 1, 2017 | 11:15 PM
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Thanks
Nov 2, 2017 | 06:05 AM
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What are the differences in later years? What will I have to do for this to fit my 2004 coupe with manual transmission?
Nov 2, 2017 | 10:53 AM
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My '02 has the quick disconnect fittings for the A4 trans lines. The thread type is different in earlier models. I don't recall the specific details but I remember there being plenty of information on the forum when I searched it.
If you have a M6 I don't think it matters.
Nov 2, 2017 | 12:36 PM
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That Aliexpress link didn't work and the cheapest radiator there is $190. Here's a $161 all aluminum radiator on ebay:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/FIT-1998-19...1Z1P3j&vxp=mtr
Not sure if this is the same one the OP has, or the quality of it.
Nov 2, 2017 | 12:58 PM
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I found the same rad. Since my 03 has the "newer" fittings on the Auto cooler fittings I sent the seller this question-
"What is the thread size of the transmission cooler in/outs on the right side tank on this K-Tuning radiator?"
This is the answer I got today.......anyone out there know how to translate this?
New message from: at_autoparts Top Rated Seller(1,777Red Star)
"Hi Buddy
it's ¢38×292×1/2-20UNF(Z) to 5/8-18unf inside"