Radiator upgrade for a 2.8 stroker

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Paynts
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Post Fri May 16, 2014 12:50 pm

Does anyone know a cheap decent radiator upgrade, I don't mind a bit of cutting and welding
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Post Fri May 16, 2014 1:00 pm

According to the Zone Wiki: "The standard 325i radiator will be fine as long as it’s in perfect (i.e as new) condition."
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Post Fri May 16, 2014 1:46 pm

An M20 aircon rad is slightly larger (taller) than the non aircon rad, and is a direct replacement for the standard rad. Buy an aircon front valance for the extra slot or just cut a slot above the oil cooler cut out in your valance to allow airflow to the bottom of the aircon rad.

As above, a standard, good condition rad should be fine, but an aircon rad is an option.
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Post Fri May 16, 2014 8:26 pm

You could also search for an e30 324td radiator. Its also larger and fits perfect. Never had temp problems with it.