June 2006 Archives
A few months ago, I managed to aquire a new radiator for my car. The thing is a work of absolute art. Most aftermarket big radiators I've seen have been piles of crap: MIG welded and epoxied together. This thing is fully TIG welded, no epoxy, and tested to 30psi.
The sad thing is, the radiator sat and sat and sat until I finally found the time to put it in. Well, its in now. Along with a 160° thermostat, new hoses, water wetter, and reprogrammed fans (185 and 195 turn on temps).
I used to see 220-230° water temps on the freeway. Now I see 180-190. Only above 190 when the engine is off and no water is circulating.
Still to go: Plumbing in the oil cooler and accusump.
Heres a pic of the new radiator:
