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Del Sol B16 - Radiator that doesn't hit hood?

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Old Jun 3, 2011 | 04:31 PM
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Default Del Sol B16 - Radiator that doesn't hit hood?

Hey guys,

I've got a 94 Del Sol and am having trouble finding a radiator that doesn't hit the hood. I've tried a replacement from the local parts store Advance & O'reily's and i've tried an ebay generic aluminum. All hit the hood; the cap specifically.

I'd really rather not chop out a square of honeycomb under the hood...
Does anyone have any good experience with any brand named aftermarket radiator's?
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Old Jun 3, 2011 | 05:00 PM
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Default Re: Del Sol B16 - Radiator that doesn't hit hood?

Question for you. Why does a stock radiator, from Honda, for a Del Sol, not fit under the hood?
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Old Jun 3, 2011 | 05:54 PM
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Default Re: Del Sol B16 - Radiator that doesn't hit hood?

Is this true?? When I bought the car it had a different aftermarket ebay aluminum radiator and it didn't fit.

Honda wants $500 for a OEM radiator... and that wouldn't even fit!?
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Old Jun 3, 2011 | 05:56 PM
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Default Re: Del Sol B16 - Radiator that doesn't hit hood?

Damn man, you should shop around a bit. I bought my last B16 del sol twin core rad used from a jdm supplier for $50, fit perfect
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Old Jun 3, 2011 | 06:07 PM
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Default Re: Del Sol B16 - Radiator that doesn't hit hood?

you are doing something very very wrong maybe have a tech look at it
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Old Jun 3, 2011 | 06:08 PM
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Is there any damage to the rad support?
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Old Jun 3, 2011 | 06:10 PM
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Default Re: Del Sol B16 - Radiator that doesn't hit hood?

What about brands like fluidine, or koyo... mishimoto? Does anyone know if anything like that fits?

I have no idea where I can find a jdm radiator around here... Would prefer something new.
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Old Jun 3, 2011 | 06:11 PM
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No damage that I can see. As far as I know, the car has never been in any accident whatsoever.
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