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Old Jun 14, 2017 | 10:20 PM
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Originally Posted by 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.
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Old 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.

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Old Jun 15, 2017 | 09:47 AM
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Originally Posted by 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.
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Old 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
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Old Jun 15, 2017 | 12:00 PM
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$461 now??
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Old Jun 16, 2017 | 08:57 PM
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^ I seen a few others for 250 shipped..
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Old Jun 19, 2017 | 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by twokbolt
This is now priced At $461
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Old Jun 20, 2017 | 11:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Chicago1
^ I seen a few others for 250 shipped..
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...-radiator.html
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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.

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Old 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?

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Old 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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Originally Posted by marc a
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.

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Old Nov 1, 2017 | 10:21 PM
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They are being sold on Ali Express now for a reasonable price.
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Originally Posted by Rob 02
They are being sold on Ali Express now for a reasonable price.
Would you have a link to the Ali Ex page?
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https://www.aliexpress.com/af/c5-corvette-radiator.html?SearchText=c5+corvette+rad iator<ype=wholesale&d=y&tc=main&blanktes t=0&initiative_id=SB_20171101192110&orig in=n&catId=0&isViewCP=y

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Thanks
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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?
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Old 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.
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Old 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.
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Originally Posted by ArmchairArchitect
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.
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?

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