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New Radiator Questions - Aluminum?

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by japeda, Nov 4, 2018.

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  1. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:07 PM
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    Possibly but the builder says the new technology of the extruded design will way out perform anything in
    it’s class for comparison and it’s going to be 2.5” thick
     
    1997tacomav6, Jul 22, 2019
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  2. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:08 PM
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    Yeah sounds like extra cooling won't be needed at all with that bad boy. Be nice to not ever have to worry about the radiator in back of your mind
     
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  3. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:10 PM
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    That’s were I’m at!!! Sick of looking at that temp gauge when it’s 105 outside and stuck in traffic. Will check back in 3 weeks middle of August when temperatures outside will be hotter
     
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  4. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:14 PM
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    Educate me on what else the issue(s) could be? My hood stays hot hours after the truck is turned off.
     
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  5. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:22 PM
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    Educate me on how adding nearly a gallon of coolant to your system can make your truck run hotter.

    Possible other factors... Let's see
    Bad water pump, or
    Bad thermostat, or
    Clogged heater core, or
    Any number of other things.

    The Champion may be developing a track record for leaks, but no one has ever said it makes their truck run hotter.
     
    El Taco Diablo, Jul 22, 2019
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  6. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:26 PM
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    New water pump, new thermostat...there was never an issue before the first Champion was installed, so by process of elimination it seems like the Champion is the cause...you sound like this is hitting a nerve, relax...this forum is about education without being a prick, try it...I’m no master, I’m trying to learn, so don’t be a prick.
     
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  7. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:39 PM
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    @JMJordan

    How am I being a prick?

    You made a statement that your truck runs hotter now than before the Champion. I made a statement that you may have a different issue that is an underlying problem.

    You tell me to "educate you" and I answered your question.

    You say all your problems started when you replaced the radiator. Did you make sure to properly burp the system of air when you did that? Because THAT is another very common reason for overheating these engines. (of course you'll say you did, because you're convinced I'm being a prick... when I'm only trying to help)



    After all the complaints about these radiators... I think you're the first and only one that has said the Champion Radiator makes your truck run hotter.
     
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    El Taco Diablo, Jul 22, 2019
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  8. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:41 PM
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    Hm....wondering if rubber bushings should be used at the locations of the threaded bolt holes. Like drill it out and stick one of those sleeved rubber bushings on it.
     
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  9. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:45 PM
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    Just 3 tons of fun!!!
    I'm probably going to do exactly that while working on the truck this weekend.
     
    El Taco Diablo, Jul 22, 2019
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  10. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:45 PM
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    Just 3 tons of fun!!!

    Lol... my bad
     
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  11. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:46 PM
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    K, I didn't think about it until someone stated the 'flexing'. We don't need poly bushings but rubber ones.
     
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  12. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:48 PM
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    Also @JMJordan

    Did you install your Tstat correctly? Jiggle valve should be at 6:00 not 12:00... That will also overheat your truck. Non-OEM Tstat (if it doesn't have a jiggle valve) will overheat your truck.
     
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  13. Jul 22, 2019 at 2:59 PM
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    Read the way you responded the first time to my post, very condescending.

    Now, let’s move forward...let’s say the system was properly burped, what’s the next move you would make to resolve the issue?

    I, like most people on here, aren’t professional mechanics, so I’m genuinely trying to learn.

    Thank You for your assistance, it is appreciated.
     
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  14. Jul 22, 2019 at 3:02 PM
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    Wasn't being condescending... was being direct... because that's how I roll.

    Next thing I would look at is the jiggle valve on the Tstat. Because putting it in the 12:00 position seems like the logical thing to do, but it is incorrect. I don't know what magic is involved in that shit, seems to defy the laws of physics, but the jiggle valve should be at 6:00.
     
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  15. Jul 22, 2019 at 3:18 PM
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    There's a sticker on the back of the top plastic tank near the upper radiator hose fixture that has a date on it, March 2004. Since my Taco is an 04 model, I deduced that the date on the sticker was the date of manufacture of the radiator and was probably installed on the Taco at the factory, in 2004.
     
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  16. Jul 22, 2019 at 3:38 PM
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    Running hotter after Champion installed is NOT from the radiator.
    Maybe your thermostat is incorrectly positioned maybe your fan clutch is not working maybe you didn't burp the system correctly and there is air trapped in there
     
    1997tacomav6, Jul 22, 2019
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  17. Jul 22, 2019 at 4:48 PM
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    Who's making it / for how much? Also are the leaks easily fixed if you can weld aluminum?
     
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  18. Jul 22, 2019 at 5:28 PM
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    V6 5sp,RegCab,TVS1320 Supercharger, 56mm pulley, methanol injected Haltech ECU, AC Tvs1320 supercharger,(MUST DO) every 125,000- 150,000 needs rebuild Projector headlights HID 5 speed manual Amsoil for all drive train Smaller 56mm custom pulley, (MUST DO) 2004 DESNO fuel injectors, zero ping ping, 2004 side door mirrors Dick Cepek Rims, Michelin tires LTX, ATM Pathfinders Dynopro ATM ( that last 100,000 miles) Now running Dynopro ATM mud and snow tires KN cold air intake Cat back dual exhaust with ss exhaust tip, Raised exhaust tail pipe to 2" below body line Optima*dry cell battery,red top Alpine sirius radio, 200 watt amp, focal is165 split door pod speakers Focal door speakers Subwoffer behind seat Viper alarm, Electric Locks Dark tinted windows, bucket seats corbeau lg1 Tacoma Rubber floor mats TRD fender extenders, Bilstien shocks, King shocks JBA UCA trailer iv hitch, electric brake control, Drilled slotted brakes, High carbon steel (MUST DO) EBS green stuff 7000 series pads(MUST DO) TRD engine oil cap TRD stick shift, Marlin crawl shift kit. Rear sliding window 2002 4Runner functional hood scoop cut into Tacoma hood, 4Runner dual overhead map light Gentex Auto dim + Compass + Temp, garage,rearview mirror Snow Methonal kit stage 2 Custom 3 core aluminum radiator Linex bed liner Haltech stand alone ECU, Intake supercharger gauge. Stainless steel brake lines, Custom leather wrapped steering wheel, Haltech stand-alone ECU,
    I will update that Info when it’s done and I receive it and I’m happy.

    Will not be cheap but like a set of good shocks I want the Kings Struts not the Monroe anymore.

    Champion seams are busting loose on me, not worth welded For me,
    I’m not going to be chasing leaks
     
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    I need a radiator for a 2002 3.4 Automatic 4wd. I was all set on getting a champion but it seems like they don't have the best reputation. I'd be happy getting a factory OEM radiator but it seems like the parts sites I look at all show "discontinued". Am I missing something? What's a good radiator to get?
     
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  20. Jul 22, 2019 at 5:54 PM
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    Toyota didn't make radiators for the Tacoma (or in any vehicle they produced in that era I believe). The OEM was a purchased part from another company - I'd go with the cost vs. reputation scenario - I have a Champion, but a $100 Mishimoto that I previously purchased waiting in case something happens.
     
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