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Replacement radiator report

Discussion in '1st Gen. Tacomas (1995-2004)' started by 1988Mercedes, Jan 19, 2016.

  1. Jan 19, 2016 at 11:33 AM
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    1988Mercedes

    1988Mercedes [OP] Well-Known Member

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    Found a stress crack in my OEM radiator the other day that was seeping fluid. I have read where some replacements were "off" some on the bolt holes. Went to Rockauto and ordered a OSC model 1985 (4X4 standard tranny V6). Less than $100 shipped and came in well boxed and undamaged. I found it was correct in every aspect to the OEM including the bolt holes. It was a pleasure to install if something can be. I can recommend OSC to anyone needing to replace theirs. I'm sure there are others just as good. Just my 2 cents.
     
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  2. Jan 19, 2016 at 11:50 AM
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    keakar

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    yep, a friend had one ordered for his truck and when I installed it the holes were off about 1/8" from lining up on one side but with a little finagling I got all the bolts started and it went in fine.

    good to know of a brand without bolt alignment issues
     
  3. Mar 16, 2016 at 4:42 PM
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    MR2

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    How has it been holding up? I guess it's cooling and it's not leaking right?
     
  4. Mar 16, 2016 at 4:59 PM
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    1988Mercedes

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    No issues. Would buy again
     
  5. Mar 16, 2016 at 6:56 PM
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    I bought the same one bout two years ago off flea bay. Been good so far aswell!
     
  6. Mar 16, 2016 at 8:24 PM
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    Buckoma

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    When I bought mine a while back the bolts lined up well, but the fan shroud didn't fit on/against it just right. And it sits a little higher, almost to the point of rubbing the hood. It works... but I expected better for $150 shipped. Glad your experience was better.
     

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