Hi. Searched and didn't find much, also looked in the FAQ. If I missed something, please don't flame. My radiator has a small leak on throughout the top of it and I believe it is in need of replacement. My questions are --

1. Do the base models and the SH models share the same radiator(interchangable)?
2. How hard is it to replace?

Some background...I've changed the radiator on my 1995 Accord and a Camaro before without much issues, take in take out, but I am afraid of the ATTS system having to do with it.

Thanks, and if anyone can give me a link to a DIY or step-by-step that would be great.

 

The difference between the SH and Base 5spd. radiator is that the SH one has coolant line that run at the bottom for the ATTS unit. The base model Auto radiator is the same as the SH.

Changing out the radiator is really easy to do. Probably take you about 30min from start to finish

 

Thanks for the reply! I got a new radiator in today. The shop I called gave me a 95 Accord radiator, since he told me they are the same. So far, so good.

 

yea, a few parts interchange between Accords and Preludes

 

As long as the Accord radiator came from an AUTO Accord it should be the same.

 

Hmm, didn't know that. Oh well, it's running fine so far. All the bolts, mounting points, and hose inserts were exactly the same so I believe it is fine.


Oh yeah, and is it normal for the 99 Prelude's temperature gauge to be hovering just slightly below the middle?

 

Yes.

 

Short, but sweet.