mr944

hey folks,

My rad is leaking like Niagara Falls and its time I replace it. Anyways I picked up a new one($500 later) and I'm gonna do it in my driveway tomorrow. So any advice before I start??? I've heard its not too complicated and I'm sure there are a few DIY'ers who have done it, so share some tips, advice and maybe even some web links that would make my life easier.


thanks

chrenan

Not too tricky, I did this and all the coolant hoses over the spring. I had the entire stock intake tract off the car, so there was lots of room to work. The hard crossover coolant tubing between the frame rails was removed as well, made life easy. I'd replace as many hoses as you can while you are in there, it will never be easier and its cheap insurance.

mortymower

Peice of cake, when tightening it back down though don't hulk out on the top two bolts or you will damage your new radiator, just get them snug. Follow clarks garage for bleeding the coolant and you should be good.