$161 Radiator Installed
#42
Le Mans Master
I don't think so.
I tried last year to put together a set of Auto trans cooler line adapters to fit a Dewitt's that I had in my 99 into my 03.
I never found a reasonable solution So I sold my used Dewitts.
I would like to put an all aluminum rad in my 03 but so far the only one I have found that actually has the correct size Auto trans cooler line ports is a brand new Dewitts that is just too pricey for me at present.
Model: 1139101A (Automatic) 2001-2004 $659.99
I tried last year to put together a set of Auto trans cooler line adapters to fit a Dewitt's that I had in my 99 into my 03.
I never found a reasonable solution So I sold my used Dewitts.
I would like to put an all aluminum rad in my 03 but so far the only one I have found that actually has the correct size Auto trans cooler line ports is a brand new Dewitts that is just too pricey for me at present.
Model: 1139101A (Automatic) 2001-2004 $659.99
#44
Racer
Thread Starter
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.
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.
Marc
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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.
If you have a M6 I don't think it matters.
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#48
Racer
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The only difference between the old version and new version radiator is the fittings for the A/T cooler. If you have a 6 speed, there is no issue.
Remember tabs have to be removed from the top and driver's side bottom.
Remember tabs have to be removed from the top and driver's side bottom.
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#49
Racer
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Okay, I just remembered that the radiator comes with fittings, picture attached.
The internal thread of the radiator cooler is 1/2 x 20 USF. As you can see from the fitting the radiator bung is looking for a flared end.
The female side of the fitting looks like (guessing here) it accepts the male end of the newer quick connect fittings.
Hope this helps.
Marc
The internal thread of the radiator cooler is 1/2 x 20 USF. As you can see from the fitting the radiator bung is looking for a flared end.
The female side of the fitting looks like (guessing here) it accepts the male end of the newer quick connect fittings.
Hope this helps.
Marc
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#50
Le Mans Master
Okay, I just remembered that the radiator comes with fittings, picture attached.
The internal thread of the radiator cooler is 1/2 x 20 USF. As you can see from the fitting the radiator bung is looking for a flared end.
The female side of the fitting looks like (guessing here) it accepts the male end of the newer quick connect fittings.
Hope this helps.
Marc
The internal thread of the radiator cooler is 1/2 x 20 USF. As you can see from the fitting the radiator bung is looking for a flared end.
The female side of the fitting looks like (guessing here) it accepts the male end of the newer quick connect fittings.
Hope this helps.
Marc
Thanks, this helps a lot!
But I doubt the female end will accept the newer 02-04 "Quick Disconnect" directly as those do not have a male threaded connector..........unless the adapter is meant to accept the OEM male fitting already threaded into the 02-04 radiators that then accepts the Quick D flared fitting.
I would post a pic of that male fitting but to do so I would need to pull the top off the shroud to do so. Wish I knew the thread specs on that OEM male fitting.
But I ordered the rad anyway. If I can't get it to fit the A4 lines I will see if I can find a M6 owner that wants one ;^)
Jim
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#51
Racer
Thread Starter
Actually, now that I have looked at the OE fittings for both new and old, the fittings pictured above are just for the older C5s. The larger end is 3/8" inverted flare female.
So now we know the size of the bung on the radiator and the fittings that come with the radiator.
Could you convert to the older lines (the transmission ends and lines look the same) or just cut off the quick disconnect fittings put on a male 3/8" inverted flare fitting and flare the end of the line?
So now we know the size of the bung on the radiator and the fittings that come with the radiator.
Could you convert to the older lines (the transmission ends and lines look the same) or just cut off the quick disconnect fittings put on a male 3/8" inverted flare fitting and flare the end of the line?
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#52
Le Mans Master
Actually, now that I have looked at the OE fittings for both new and old, the fittings pictured above are just for the older C5s. The larger end is 3/8" inverted flare female.
So now we know the size of the bung on the radiator and the fittings that come with the radiator.
Could you convert to the older lines (the transmission ends and lines look the same) or just cut off the quick disconnect fittings put on a male 3/8" inverted flare fitting and flare the end of the line?
So now we know the size of the bung on the radiator and the fittings that come with the radiator.
Could you convert to the older lines (the transmission ends and lines look the same) or just cut off the quick disconnect fittings put on a male 3/8" inverted flare fitting and flare the end of the line?
#53
Le Mans Master
But I don't have a flare tool that will do steel lines ;^(
IF I could find the thread pitch and size of the male end of the 02-04 quick disconnect female fitting that screws into the radiator ports then putting together a connector adapter may be possible.
I searched for that part and it is GM Part Number: 10301648. But so far every search I have done turns up Discontinued Part, Not Available.
Part 16
Another possibility would be to find a set of the front portion of the trans-radiator lines from a 97-01 and use those to connect to the replacement radiator.......but that is likely a very long shot.
IF I could find the thread pitch and size of the male end of the 02-04 quick disconnect female fitting that screws into the radiator ports then putting together a connector adapter may be possible.
I searched for that part and it is GM Part Number: 10301648. But so far every search I have done turns up Discontinued Part, Not Available.
Part 16
Another possibility would be to find a set of the front portion of the trans-radiator lines from a 97-01 and use those to connect to the replacement radiator.......but that is likely a very long shot.
Last edited by jrprich; 11-04-2017 at 01:53 PM.
#54
Racer
Thread Starter
Ebay, 2 male barbs, and 4 hose clamps are your friend for the second issue.
I'm used to solving these kind of problems at the track so they work, but clearly not OE
Marc
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#55
Safety Car
Okay, I just remembered that the radiator comes with fittings, picture attached.
The internal thread of the radiator cooler is 1/2 x 20 USF. As you can see from the fitting the radiator bung is looking for a flared end.
The female side of the fitting looks like (guessing here) it accepts the male end of the newer quick connect fittings.
Hope this helps.
Marc
The internal thread of the radiator cooler is 1/2 x 20 USF. As you can see from the fitting the radiator bung is looking for a flared end.
The female side of the fitting looks like (guessing here) it accepts the male end of the newer quick connect fittings.
Hope this helps.
Marc
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#56
Le Mans Master
I think the fittings that come with this rad are for the 97-01 clip type disconnect
Last edited by jrprich; 11-04-2017 at 07:06 PM.
#57
Racer
Thread Starter
Measuring an OE radiator is not going to help here. The radiator I bought is aftermarket and the bung welded on the radiator accepts the male end of the fitting in my picture.
I am positive that the male fitting is 1/2 x 20.
The female is about 5/8" outer diameter so it probably is 3/8" thread.
Marc
I am positive that the male fitting is 1/2 x 20.
The female is about 5/8" outer diameter so it probably is 3/8" thread.
Marc
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#58
Le Mans Master
Measuring an OE radiator is not going to help here. The radiator I bought is aftermarket and the bung welded on the radiator accepts the male end of the fitting in my picture.
I am positive that the male fitting is 1/2 x 20.
The female is about 5/8" outer diameter so it probably is 3/8" thread.
Marc
I am positive that the male fitting is 1/2 x 20.
The female is about 5/8" outer diameter so it probably is 3/8" thread.
Marc
But what I was trying to figure out is if the newer 02-04 style of female disconnect might fit into the aftermarket fitting that comes with the new radiator....doubtful.
And if not, could I find an adapter to go from the 02-04 style of female disconnect's male end to either the aftermarket fitting's female or to the female bung welded on the new radiator.
Jim
#59
Racer
Thread Starter
Yes, I follow.
But what I was trying to figure out is if the newer 02-04 style of female disconnect might fit into the aftermarket fitting that comes with the new radiator....doubtful.
And if not, could I find an adapter to go from the 02-04 style of female disconnect's male end to either the aftermarket fitting's female or to the female bung welded on the new radiator.
Jim
But what I was trying to figure out is if the newer 02-04 style of female disconnect might fit into the aftermarket fitting that comes with the new radiator....doubtful.
And if not, could I find an adapter to go from the 02-04 style of female disconnect's male end to either the aftermarket fitting's female or to the female bung welded on the new radiator.
Jim
I was responding to the "are you sure" post above your post with the pictures. Sorry, you got in before I pushed the submit button.
Marc
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