Need a new Rad. Going junkyard. Do Gen 5s or G35s/350z fit?
#1
Need a new Rad. Going junkyard. Do Gen 5s or G35s/350z fit?
they look similar. I mine as well get an "upgraded one" I wouldn't mind if I am paying $50 bucks since everyone knockoff one is $100+ at all the autostores.
its pissing out on the top plastic thing, my uncle said, I should just sand it down and appox it, but its right on a square looking thing so it would be hard I think.
its pissing out on the top plastic thing, my uncle said, I should just sand it down and appox it, but its right on a square looking thing so it would be hard I think.
#3
If you go to the Pull-a-Part website and search for our car, it will then give you an option to see what other vehicles you can get the part from. Even if you aren't going to Pull-a-Part, it's a useful tool.
After further investigation, it seems to give you an incomplete list. If you go into a Pull-a-Part they give you a much more complete list.
After further investigation, it seems to give you an incomplete list. If you go into a Pull-a-Part they give you a much more complete list.
Last edited by Chad_m; 01-30-2014 at 03:12 PM.
#5
So really... It is trade off. Which one to get? I have no idea lol
#6
A knock off would be better than a 17 year old part brittle tanks and shrunken tank seals.
Koyorad is what i have. Japanese company taht does make some of thier product in china, but has excellent quality control. Get the part number and google shop. I got the best price frpm a VW bus website lol.
Koyorad is what i have. Japanese company taht does make some of thier product in china, but has excellent quality control. Get the part number and google shop. I got the best price frpm a VW bus website lol.
#8
A knock off would be better than a 17 year old part brittle tanks and shrunken tank seals.
Koyorad is what i have. Japanese company taht does make some of thier product in china, but has excellent quality control. Get the part number and google shop. I got the best price frpm a VW bus website lol.
Koyorad is what i have. Japanese company taht does make some of thier product in china, but has excellent quality control. Get the part number and google shop. I got the best price frpm a VW bus website lol.
#10
they look similar. I mine as well get an "upgraded one" I wouldn't mind if I am paying $50 bucks since everyone knockoff one is $100+ at all the autostores.
its pissing out on the top plastic thing, my uncle said, I should just sand it down and appox it, but its right on a square looking thing so it would be hard I think.
its pissing out on the top plastic thing, my uncle said, I should just sand it down and appox it, but its right on a square looking thing so it would be hard I think.
When that 17 year old "upgrade" fails in 7 months take it back to the salvage yard and see what you get.
BTW. I've got one of the warranteed parts store units in my car now. It's been in there for about 9 years now.
Last edited by Turbobink; 01-31-2014 at 05:35 AM.
#11
Thanks,
-Pat
#12
However, all the $100 + knock-off ones at all the auto parts stores provide a Limited Lifetime Warranty ... meaning, it fails you get a new one.
When that 17 year old "upgrade" fails in 7 months take it back to the salvage yard and see what you get.
BTW. I've got one of the warranteed parts store units in my car now. It's been in there for about 9 years now.
When that 17 year old "upgrade" fails in 7 months take it back to the salvage yard and see what you get.
BTW. I've got one of the warranteed parts store units in my car now. It's been in there for about 9 years now.
#13
A knock off would be better than a 17 year old part brittle tanks and shrunken tank seals.
Koyorad is what i have. Japanese company taht does make some of thier product in china, but has excellent quality control. Get the part number and google shop. I got the best price frpm a VW bus website lol.
Koyorad is what i have. Japanese company taht does make some of thier product in china, but has excellent quality control. Get the part number and google shop. I got the best price frpm a VW bus website lol.
#14
Thanks for the tip but unless its like $150 I can't really afford over that lol. One day I will have a Mishimoto. Amazing rads I heard.
#15
I bought the Koyorad last summer. It cost about 106 bucks with shipping. It appeared well-made and is a dual-core.
I new radiator will out-last a factory one that is 15 year old.
I do not want to do the same job twice. Granted, installing the radiator is not too hard, but still.....
The most you might save with a used radiator is fifty bucks. Next summer might mean care-free driving with the A/C on, or it could mean being stranded at the top of a mountain pass when it is 95 degrees. Your choice........
I new radiator will out-last a factory one that is 15 year old.
I do not want to do the same job twice. Granted, installing the radiator is not too hard, but still.....
The most you might save with a used radiator is fifty bucks. Next summer might mean care-free driving with the A/C on, or it could mean being stranded at the top of a mountain pass when it is 95 degrees. Your choice........
#17
I want to say someone on here (maybe The Wizard) installed one of these bad boys.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DUAL-CORE-BOLT-ON-RACING-2-ROW-ALUMINUM-RADIATOR-JDM-95-99-NISSAN-MAXIMA-VQ30DE-/171231888687?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3AMaxima&hash=item27de37452f&vxp=mtr
Edit: yup I'm 99% sure it was The Wizard with an eBay aluminum radiator
http://forums.maxima.org/8789476-post89.html
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DUAL-CORE-BOLT-ON-RACING-2-ROW-ALUMINUM-RADIATOR-JDM-95-99-NISSAN-MAXIMA-VQ30DE-/171231888687?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Model%3AMaxima&hash=item27de37452f&vxp=mtr
Edit: yup I'm 99% sure it was The Wizard with an eBay aluminum radiator
http://forums.maxima.org/8789476-post89.html
Last edited by schmellyfart; 01-31-2014 at 03:44 PM.
#20
$98.38 here. http://catalog.importrp.com/item.wws...d&weight=12.90
Free shipping with a $100 purchase so get yourself a radiator cap too.
Free shipping with a $100 purchase so get yourself a radiator cap too.
#26
I want to say someone on here (maybe The Wizard) installed one of these bad boys.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DUAL-CORE-BO...37452f&vxp=mtr
Edit: yup I'm 99% sure it was The Wizard with an eBay aluminum radiator
http://forums.maxima.org/8789476-post89.html
http://www.ebay.com/itm/DUAL-CORE-BO...37452f&vxp=mtr
Edit: yup I'm 99% sure it was The Wizard with an eBay aluminum radiator
http://forums.maxima.org/8789476-post89.html
The one Schmelly linked is my daily driver Max and that radiator has been in there about 2 years now. No issues. On my Track Max, the previous owner installed a Griffin radiator and saw very noticeable temp drops as was able to track the Max for hours on end without overheating. That radiator has been in there for about 5 or 6 years I believe, no issues. And lastly, there's a Griffin radiator in my Black Max. No issues and has been in the car for 5 or 6 years as well.
It's a great radiator if you have the coin for it. Also, keep in mind that you'll have to add your own transmission cooler if you're Auto should you go this route, or any aluminum radiator I believe (not 100% sure on that one).
S1cTech, if you're strapped for cash, you may want to consider an Ebay one for now (see link). It should last at least a year or two, then you can get the a nice aluminum one down the road when you have the money.
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-RADIATOR-1-Quality-Lowest-Price-l-For-Both-A-T-M-T-l-3-0-V6-/121163177317?pt=Motors_Car_Truck_Parts_Accessories&fits=Year%3A1998%7CModel%3AMaxima&hash=item1c35e35d65&vxp=mtr
#27
What I meant is find one that is not a factory nissan radiator, then you will know it is a more recent replacement and less than 17 years old.
#32
Car is too old and not worth it for me to get an all metal one. Honestly, kinda stupid they are made part plastic in the first place. Makes no sense.
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#34
all metal ones last way longer though, back in the day they were standard on most cars. all of my old cars have had the factory all-metal rad still with no problems. the plastic ones naturally start getting hairline cracks on the plastic over the years
#35
That linked is just a Koyo/Mish knock-off. I dont take chances with the things that can strand me. I have a Mishimoto rad with their silicone hoses. They have a warranty that even in the case of an accident that is your fault, full replacement. I think the Griffin's are good but a rip. Same exact thing as Koyo/Mish but $100 more? I got my mish through the vendor on here for $274 I believe and the hoses for $40.
#36
True but my OEM lasted 15 years before it cracked
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#38
That linked is just a Koyo/Mish knock-off. I dont take chances with the things that can strand me. I have a Mishimoto rad with their silicone hoses. They have a warranty that even in the case of an accident that is your fault, full replacement. I think the Griffin's are good but a rip. Same exact thing as Koyo/Mish but $100 more? I got my mish through the vendor on here for $274 I believe and the hoses for $40.
#39
Back in the day all metal brass and copper radiator were the norm..... That Griffin is a beast and the One I would shoot for even over Mishimoto! The last Mishimoto rad I was shown looked nice but the installation was shabby....Which I don't understand!!!!! Why would you spend that kind of money on something then Halfass install it????? It's crazy to me....
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