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Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by 4WDTrout, Jun 7, 2024.

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  1. Mar 30, 2025 at 9:46 AM
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    poopshute

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    I got a reply from the owner, Ravi… he asked me a few questions then went radio silent. Tried emailing him twice more and nothing. Bummer.
     
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  2. Jul 1, 2025 at 2:49 PM
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    Where did you buy that little drain valve for your aluminum radiator?
     
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  3. Jul 1, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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    About 3k miles ago I did a full cooling system refresh
    OEM-Water pump, fan clutch, fan and thermostat
    Mishimoto aluminum radiator and silicone hoses.
    The packaging was top quality like someone’s photo of the CFS, it came with weatherstripping and fit perfectly.
    I know there is a lot of people who dislike mishi.
    Honestly had I done some more research I would have gone with CFS just to be safe but no complaints yet.
    Costed me ~550 and I am yet to see over 188 coolant temp. I sit around 183-185 during normal summer driving.

    The silicone hoses on the other hand :mad: … biggest waste of money. They were incredibly firm and near impossible to get around the thermostat and male fittings on the radiator.
    Just get OEM, silicone is a huge waste of money to replace hoses that last 150k miles from the factory.
    Not that any of y’all need to be told, I’m just ranting :rolleyes:
    150 bucks isn’t worth the “bro factor”:censored:
     
    wdunnlee, Jul 1, 2025
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  4. Jul 1, 2025 at 3:23 PM
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    4WDTrout

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    Thanks for the info & feedback on your experience. I’m leaning towards the CSF. It’s just hard to bite that $500 bullet.
     
    4WDTrout, Jul 1, 2025
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  5. Jul 1, 2025 at 3:53 PM
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    Waasheem

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    Waasheem The catholic radio bear

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    It’s called a petcock. Available at any auto parts store. Although that one is nicer than most.
     
    Waasheem, Jul 1, 2025
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  6. Jul 1, 2025 at 4:27 PM
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    I’m not going in a store with an all male staff and asking for a petcock o_O
     
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  7. Jul 1, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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    Waasheem

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    I know, an odd choice of a name.
     
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  8. Jul 18, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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    For those who bought the CSF Radiator, where did you buy it from?
    Some websites are charging $595… some are $499 + $54 in Shipping & Tax…Etc
    I’m not sure where to buy it from. If I have an issue with it(shows up defective or damaged) I don’t want an issue with warranty etc
     
    4WDTrout, Jul 18, 2025 at 4:19 PM
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  9. Jul 20, 2025 at 9:07 AM
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    Could try Summit Racing and then do a price match ticket, They have other brands too that are equally as good as CSF, plus Summit has a pretty good return policy.
    https://www.summitracing.com/search...=radiator&ar=1&kr=2011 toyota tacoma radiator
     
    SoCaltaco65, Jul 20, 2025 at 9:07 AM
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  10. Jul 20, 2025 at 10:00 AM
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    I bought mine (all aluminum) from Amazon. At the time, it was <$450
     
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  11. Jul 20, 2025 at 10:05 AM
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    I would love to know a part number for a petcock that would screw into the CSF radiator (correct thread & pitch).

    After the cooling system re-furb 9 months ago, I plan to change the coolant again this fall. I would rather not have to make a mess the next time that I change coolant.
     
    eherlihy, Jul 20, 2025 at 10:05 AM
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  12. Jul 20, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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    I bought the CSF radiator for my '86 pickup from RockAuto.
    It appears they have units for '05 Tacomas for both engine options in stock (although they are the plastic/alum. versions).

    Cheers
     
    Inyo_man, Jul 20, 2025 at 10:53 AM
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  13. Jul 21, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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    I am going with the all aluminum version. Thanks for the suggestion though
     
    4WDTrout, Jul 21, 2025 at 1:02 PM
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  14. Jul 21, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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    Just for reference I grabbed my CSF from a friend with a performance shop. His cost was right around $400 + shipping.

    Not installed yet.
     
    aturk, Jul 21, 2025 at 1:27 PM
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  15. Jul 23, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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    Waasheem

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    Quite the deal.

    If I were in your shoes I would do something to return the favor. Have his family over for a bbq or something. A case of beer. A bottle of good whiskey.
     
    Waasheem, Jul 23, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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