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Champion aluminum radiator for 4x4

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by Jackstraw13, Mar 14, 2019.

  1. Mar 14, 2019 at 12:49 PM
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    thanks in advance for everyone’s time and expertise.

    I’ve read all the threads I could find on the aluminum radiators and am still wondering if champion makes only one model radiator for our first gens or multiple.
    I have a 2003 DC 4X4

    Is this the correct radiator? Why does it say 2wd only?

    https://www.championradiators.com/Toyota-Tacoma-Radiator-1995-2004

    Thanks again
     
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  2. Mar 14, 2019 at 6:15 PM
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    I’d appreciate anyone’s help if they have experience with this swap.
    Thanks for your time.
     
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  3. Mar 14, 2019 at 6:18 PM
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    I believe so, I think Champion radiators might have an issue with lack of flexing which might be causing some of their radiators to leak if you four wheel drive it or twist the radiator supports

    I read somewhere that you need to use rubber mounts that will flex for the radiator.
    But not 100 percent sure.
     
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  4. Mar 14, 2019 at 7:48 PM
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    Ok that’s a great point. What kind of rubber mounts?
    So you think that’s the only model they make?
    Thanks for your reply. Really appreciate your help
     
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  5. Mar 14, 2019 at 7:53 PM
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    1997tacomav6, Mar 14, 2019
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  6. Mar 14, 2019 at 7:55 PM
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    I have had zero issues but some have
     
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    Thank you guys so much
     
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    Did you end up using an aftermarket transmission cooler as well? Thank you
     
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  9. Mar 14, 2019 at 9:11 PM
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    No, I have a manual 5speed
     
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    Lucky
    Thanks again for your help
     
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