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Can I cheap out on a new radiator?
I sprung a sizable leak in my radiator, has anyone used the spectra brand radiator? I think it is made in Canada, and it is a good bit cheaper than an OEM radiator. I only let it get about 2/3 the way hot, so fingers crossed that I didn't blow another head gasket.
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Re: Can I cheap out on a new radiator?
Should be ok. If you have trouble with it they should give you another one. Make sure it has a good warranty.
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It comes with a lifetime warranty, I should be good
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Re: Can I cheap out on a new radiator?
Got a Denso at sparkplugs.com for $60 for mine. Same # as OEM and has worked great so far! I can attach link to purchase info if you want it.
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Oh I forgot to add if you have an automatic transmission I wouldn't buy anything other than OEM.
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It's a manual, but I'll definitely look on said website for the denso one.
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Re: Can I cheap out on a new radiator?
I've got a 2001 LX. Here's what I bought:

http://www.sparkplugs.com/product.aspx?zpid=8915
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