need a new rad, steel or standard?
12-03-2016, 04:33 PM
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need a new rad, steel or standard?
well, i tried some epoxy on the radiator and it didn't hold 2 weeks. so, next thing is replacement and i thought of maybe doing a solid steel one instead of a standard. opinions matter, but i want something that's going to hold up and isn't super expensive. advantages, disadvantages to steel and what brands of rads on the interwebs are a decent part. thanks
12-03-2016, 05:41 PM
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If I had to buy one tomorrow for the GLE automatic, I think I would get an OSC from Rockauto.com for roughly $85.
You want to avoid any radiators with steel parts -- especially in an area where rust is likely.
I've seen several Honda owners loose their transmissions to the Strawberry Milkshake of Death (SMOD) where the radiator coolant mixes with transmission fluid due to steel washers on the transmission fluid coolant fittings.
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You want to avoid any radiators with steel parts -- especially in an area where rust is likely.
I've seen several Honda owners loose their transmissions to the Strawberry Milkshake of Death (SMOD) where the radiator coolant mixes with transmission fluid due to steel washers on the transmission fluid coolant fittings.
OSC Radiator Video
12-03-2016, 06:45 PM
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the osc does not come with a new radiator cap on it. my rad cap is the original from 1995 i believe that i had swapped over from the original rad. place to get a new one? oem?
12-03-2016, 08:00 PM
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12-04-2016, 12:00 PM
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i meant aluminum, not steel. and, i found the same osc rad on ebay cheaper and free shipping but with only a 30 warranty? if i go with a store brand like car quest i get a limited lifetime warranty? do i just get a advanced auto one and say screw it cause of the warranty?
12-04-2016, 07:25 PM
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I put a Koyo radiator in my 94, 97 and 2000 Maximas and didn't have any problems with them.
I would suggest that you replace the rubber support grommets on the bottom and top of the radiator. You need 2 each.
top grommet - 21506-51E00 msrp $3.60 each
bottom grommet - 21507-1E400 msrp $12.55
I would suggest that you replace the rubber support grommets on the bottom and top of the radiator. You need 2 each.
top grommet - 21506-51E00 msrp $3.60 each
bottom grommet - 21507-1E400 msrp $12.55
12-04-2016, 07:53 PM
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For you, I say just get the cheapest one you can get your hands on...forget the all aluminum
and lots of discussion in your first thread.
https://maxima.org/forums/4th-genera...edges-top.html
and lots of discussion in your first thread.
https://maxima.org/forums/4th-genera...edges-top.html
12-05-2016, 04:05 PM
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I replaced mine about 2 months ago.. Picked it up off eBay for $36.. Looks well built and solid.. Install was very easy..
Here's the link..
https://www.ebay.com/itm/291818643922
Here's the link..
https://www.ebay.com/itm/291818643922
12-05-2016, 04:16 PM
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well, i went with an osc as cs-ar recommended, got it off of ebay for under 70.00. here it is, limited lifetime warranty..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Radiator-OSC...RYCcWO&vxp=mtr
anything besides hoses and clamps to check while the rads out?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Radiator-OSC...RYCcWO&vxp=mtr
anything besides hoses and clamps to check while the rads out?
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12-05-2016, 05:42 PM
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well, i went with an osc as cs-ar recommended, got it off of ebay for under 70.00. here it is, limited lifetime warranty..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Radiator-OSC...RYCcWO&vxp=mtr
anything besides hoses and clamps to check while the rads out?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Radiator-OSC...RYCcWO&vxp=mtr
anything besides hoses and clamps to check while the rads out?
12-05-2016, 05:42 PM
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Unless someone can prove otherwise, I bet this is the identical radiator. Same part number and all.... MTC...OSC...same ****
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RADIATOR-FIT...NXiYyF&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RADIATOR-FIT...NXiYyF&vxp=mtr
12-05-2016, 05:49 PM
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Unless someone can prove otherwise, I bet this is the identical radiator. Same part number and all.... MTC...OSC...same ****
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RADIATOR-FIT...NXiYyF&vxp=mtr
http://www.ebay.com/itm/RADIATOR-FIT...NXiYyF&vxp=mtr
12-05-2016, 05:59 PM
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From your own listing...
Warranty Duration: 3 months
Warranty Type: Manufacturer Warranty
12-05-2016, 06:32 PM
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12-05-2016, 06:42 PM
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well, i went with an osc as cs-ar recommended, got it off of ebay for under 70.00. here it is, limited lifetime warranty..
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Radiator-OSC...RYCcWO&vxp=mtr
anything besides hoses and clamps to check while the rads out?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Radiator-OSC...RYCcWO&vxp=mtr
anything besides hoses and clamps to check while the rads out?
About 16inches should do you good..
12-05-2016, 07:08 PM
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12-05-2016, 07:28 PM
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incorrect sir, talked to the owner of said company on the phone and he guaranteed me a lifetime warranty. apples to oranges anyway, stuff nowadays is made so well compared to a few years ago. i went with that rad after watching a video comparison and seemed legit to me.
I scoured their website for the past 15 minutes. I even watched their youtube videos... They go on and on about how great their radiators are, make comparisons and show pictures between their radiator and the competitors, but no where does it state lifetime warranty on their website that I could find. If you find it, let us know.
http://oscautomotive.com/products/
12-05-2016, 10:20 PM
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Forgive me for repeating myself.
12-05-2016, 11:46 PM
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i saw your response dennis, i was thinking do i need to replace thermostat or anything else that normally isn't replaced whilst replacing all the rubber and clamps. btw, i replaced the lower trans line and upper grommets twice cause i look under the hood constantly.
12-10-2016, 06:29 PM
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got the new osc radiator and i'm not impressed. the new oem rad cap sits weird on it and the box was damaged so i'm probably going to send it back as there was damage to the rad as a result.
12-11-2016, 01:40 AM
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no card, owner said that there would be a lifetime warranty from osc. here's the new oem rad cap that sits sideways. and damage to the "new" radiator.
bends to the front and rear and this ones going back
bends to the front and rear and this ones going back
12-11-2016, 06:44 AM
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The ATF hoses are labelled 'Transmission Oil Cooler'. I cannot recall the combined length of both the feeding and return hoses but they total to more than 16". I purchased 3 feet of that 5/16" hose along with SS hose clamps at Advance Auto.
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12-11-2016, 03:45 PM
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question, i replaced the drivers side coolant line with an oem one 2 years ago, can i just use pressurized 5/16 hose instead of the molded oem one for the other one? clamps i got, i guess i play it by ear on those rubber feet on the bottom. also, one of the connectors that hold the fans to the rad broke. any way to fix/rig that up so it holds in place?
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12-12-2016, 06:50 AM
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question, i replaced the drivers side coolant line with an oem one 2 years ago, can i just use pressurized 5/16 hose instead of the molded oem one for the other one? clamps i got, i guess i play it by ear on those rubber feet on the bottom. also, one of the connectors that hold the fans to the rad broke. any way to fix/rig that up so it holds in place?
12-12-2016, 01:13 PM
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thanks, new rads in, new fluid, no more leaks 
checked everything we could to make sure all was good. did the tranny mount as well and plugged passenger tire up. doing another motor mound and one of these...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/141836986334?ul_noapp=true and i should be good, ( i hope
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checked everything we could to make sure all was good. did the tranny mount as well and plugged passenger tire up. doing another motor mound and one of these...http://www.ebay.com/itm/141836986334?ul_noapp=true and i should be good, ( i hope
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12-12-2016, 05:45 PM
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I just ordered one to keep in the workshop. I think I paid $30 something a few weeks ago to replace the one on the 98. I do keep spares but they aren't too flexible.