kkwick

Hey guys, today i found out that my radiator is leakin in my 96 civic lx (155,000 miles). Its my DD with AEM intake and Vibrant exhaust. I was wondering should i go and spend $316.45 for a radiator from honda with 12yr/12,000mile warranty or go with a cheapo one from autozone which maybe has a 3 month warranty for about $100. I just want to know is it worth spending $200 more for the honda radiator?

kkwick

bump, anyone.

im kinda hesitant about a $100 radiator and dont wanted to get raped by honda for $300. the honda mechanic told me it would cost $675 for parts and labor, **** that. does anyone know if the radiators from autozone are any good. if so ill buy that and install myself

BryanM.

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Here is a Honda (Denso) radiator for about $200:

http://www.hondaautomotiveparts.com/...OR+%28DENSO%29

Here are some that are pretty cheap:

http://www.autopartswarehouse.com/se...294963901+9235

Honestly I would just get one from a parts store. Just make sure to get an aluminum one, they won't corrode like the copper core ones (even though they supposed to cool better).

BryanM.

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Install it yourself, it's very easy. Take your time bleeding the system.

kkwick

thanks for the info, i appreciate it!!!

Mashimaro

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yup, buy the cheap one.

OEM stuff i really expensive and it's rare that people buy them when they need a replacement. an OEM Integra rad is nearly $1000 CAD last i checked when i was a parts advisor.

kkwick

yeah i just order one right now. i went with an all aluminum cause mine was leakin where the plastic endtanks meet the core and i didnt want that to happen again. it was $150, the brand was Silla, did some research and they seem pretty legit and its way better than $300.

edwardsullivan6

i heard the us military is gonna start using civic hatchbacks...

edwardsullivan6

i also heard the us military is gonna start using civic hatchbacks...