2002 v6 auto radiator rec

OEM radiator isn't available. What's a good replacement and where should I order it from?

2002 Automatic V6 4x4 DC

 

My best guess would be

$158 Denso 2213138 Denso 221-3138 Radiator

Denso 2213138. Does anyone have input on that. Seems reasonably priced

 

I did TYC. They're all plastic, doesn't really matter.

 

Core thicknes matters.

I recommend denso

 

I really doubt 3rd party are going to shrink replacement cores, especially reputable like TYC

 

They won't shrink overall core size but they will shrink the overall thickness. How thick is your TYC? When I was looking for new radiator, every single brand I look at have a three quarter inch thick core except for denso which is 1.25"

By shrinking the thickness, it loses coolant capacity

 

The red one in my avatar -

$158 DENSO 2213138 Denso 221-3138 Radiator

DENSO 2213138, Rock Auto. Currently 238k miles. Summer in Phx with A/C at idle at a stoplight. No issues. It's an 18 year/200k mile maintenance item.

 

Ya I understand. I'd have to go measure somehow, but it's not like I've had overheating issues

I'm fairly sure it's not only 0.75" - I'd have made metal note of that

 

I took a bit of a gamble and ordered the Denso from Amazon. Cheaper and faster then rock auto when you include shipping. Mines a bit over 200k and 18 years. The seeping pink spots are becoming little sweet smelling leaks so I wanted it in my greasy hands by the weekend.