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Old Mar 31, 2010 | 11:27 PM
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Icon2 Radiator Support Questions!

I recently got in a minor accident in my DC4, and my radiator support got a little mangled in the process.

My plan at the moment is to replace it myself but I can't decide if I should try to find a used OEM one, or use an aftermarket one. The aftermarket ones are about a third the price, and I know they aren't as strong, but I'm primarily concerned about getting everything to line up straight. I would definitely consider myself on a budget, which is the only reason I'm considering aftermarket.

I also need some clarification on whether or not I need to drain/remove the a/c to get the job done. Is there anyway around this?
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Old Apr 1, 2010 | 05:57 AM
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Default Re: Radiator Support Questions!

What year is your car?
Need to know if it is an R12 or R134A A/C system. 94
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Old Apr 1, 2010 | 06:04 AM
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get oem. the aftermarket stuff is JUNK.
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Old Apr 1, 2010 | 09:58 AM
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The car is a 2000. Which year did it switch? Are you saying that I could get away with not draining/removing the system if it's r134a?
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Old Apr 1, 2010 | 10:15 AM
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Originally Posted by kyden
get oem. the aftermarket stuff is JUNK.
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