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Leaky Radiator
Posted: Sun Aug 08, 2010 1:57 pm
by cdavie2002
320/6 radiator is leaking (nou sure exactly where from yet, definately not a hose though.)
At some point i will change engine to a 325i, which i assume comes with a rad upgrade. Is there a way to avoid replacing the radiator twice?
Re: Leaky Radiator
Posted: Sun Aug 08, 2010 2:30 pm
by e21-Mark
I still used the 323 rad with my 2.5 so if you get it refurb'd it won't be a waste.
Re: Leaky Radiator
Posted: Sun Aug 08, 2010 9:25 pm
by cdavie2002
Good to know, thanks!
What if i wanted to upgrade to an alloy radiator? Benefits? Fitting issues?
Thanks in advance for your help.
Re: Leaky Radiator
Posted: Sun Aug 08, 2010 10:36 pm
by e21-Mark
Benefits are more efficient cooling. Just get a direct replacement although they're not cheap. I'm ringing about mine tomorrow and will let you know costs.
Re: Leaky Radiator
Posted: Mon Aug 09, 2010 8:28 pm
by cdavie2002
Forgot to mention, car has auto box. The radiators on autos are different, will it still be compatible with a 325i?
Re: Leaky Radiator
Posted: Wed Aug 11, 2010 4:31 pm
by nas80
no you can use auto rad on a manual but not the other way round.
Re: Leaky Radiator
Posted: Sun Aug 15, 2010 7:46 pm
by cdavie2002
Who supplies direct replacement aluminium radiators?