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Old 08-12-2016, 02:01 AM
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Originally Posted by rick brooklyn
In case anyone cares in the future, I received two estimates, both with stock oem radiators, one for $2,550 plus tax and one for $2,850 plus tax.
If you have it done, make sure the hoses are done too.
You can DIY for ~$1500 with OE hoses & radiators, like Hodie said too.
It's an easy project if you're reasonably mechanical and want to get know the car better.

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Old 08-12-2016, 03:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Turbodan
I suggest you use CSF rads. They are aluminum tanks instead of plastic and cost is similar.
I've had fitment issues with the CSF rads.
Old 08-12-2016, 05:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Aspen Autosports
I've had fitment issues with the CSF rads.
Jake do you folks have any experience with these?

http://www.ebay.com/itm/272100361973?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
http://www.ebay.com/itm/272100813196?_trksid=p2060353.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT
Old 08-12-2016, 06:10 PM
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I do not have any experience with those. Not much information on them either.
Old 08-17-2016, 01:04 PM
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A set of 3 all-aluminum Porsche radiators for the 996 or 997 Turbo cost $1747.00
- Can most likely avoid sales tax by buying online from a authorized dealer from out of state, and they might throw in free shipping as well (if they don't it's only about another $50.00 to ship all 3 radiators anywhere in the lower 48 - would get to you in 2-4 business days).
Old 08-27-2016, 03:54 PM
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Update:

I had the radiators replaced just the other day, but now it's leaking again, from a different spot. See pictures below, the leak is inside the red oval. On the ground below it you can see the puddle of fluid. What do you think?


Old 08-27-2016, 08:46 PM
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Well , could it be condensation from the a/c? It will tend to puddle there with the a/c on
Old 08-28-2016, 05:16 PM
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Looks like where the ac condenser drains as said above. Put your finger in it and see if it feels and smells like coolant or water.
Old 08-28-2016, 06:26 PM
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Thanks guys. It does look like ac condensation. That shows how much i understand about cars!
Old 08-28-2016, 11:20 PM
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What did you pay for the work?
Old 08-30-2016, 09:29 PM
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Did this job a couple months ago at my shop in nj, cost was about $2900.00 dollars parts and labor thats with oem radiators

4k is steep but its the dealer
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Paid $2,487.53 plus taxes.
Old 08-30-2016, 10:08 PM
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Originally Posted by rick brooklyn
Paid $2,487.53 plus taxes.
thats not a bad price at all
Old 08-30-2016, 11:18 PM
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It's actually a very doable DIY project if you want.



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