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Author Topic: Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?  (Read 6204 times)

Mort

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Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?
« on: July 22, 2010, 01:42:00 PM »

I tried buying one locally but all they had was a radiator that is 26+ inches wide.  The radiator in my 91 Capri is only about 23 1/2 inches wide.  Any suggestions where I could get one?  Thank you.
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bhazard

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« Reply #1 on: July 22, 2010, 02:05:00 PM »

I have one if you dont mind used.
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Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?
« Reply #2 on: July 22, 2010, 02:15:00 PM »

The computers at work list a replacement single row at 26 inches in a similar style to the original, double check clearances to see if you can actually use it. I think it includes an integral oil cooler that causes it to be larger.
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Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?
« Reply #3 on: July 22, 2010, 03:44:00 PM »

Mort-
I have several stock replacement radiators.  Email me if you are interested!  Cougar1prod@comcast.net

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Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?
« Reply #4 on: July 22, 2010, 04:18:00 PM »

Oil "cooler" is on the back of the engine. An auto capri should have a trans cooler built into the radiator.
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Mort

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Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?
« Reply #5 on: July 23, 2010, 01:14:00 AM »

Mine is definitely only 23 inches wide.  When I measure 26 inches it would be partly into the headlight bucket.  Also the radiator I took out, there is no outlet/inlet for any kind of cooling, in fact the spot for that on the bottom of the radiator is blocked off and blank.  Russ, I will email you now.  Thank you everyone.  Mort
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Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?
« Reply #6 on: July 23, 2010, 10:44:00 AM »

whew... what a forum!!!
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« Reply #7 on: August 22, 2010, 06:37:00 PM »

Ironically, a radiator replacement is why I'm here  :D  

That radiator that they list in the parts book is actually for an early '90s Mercury Tracer, and it is several inches wider.  When I measured out my '91, it looked like I could physically fit it in the car without any cutting, but the lines to the A/C condenser would be in the way (and I don't want to lose the A/C, despite it not even working at the moment).  

I searched all day for some place that stocks the radiators we need, and came up empty handed.  Napa told me that they can't even special order one, period.  I ended up having Autozone order one, part number 431514.  Same shape/size, same inlet/outlet, mount positions, etc, but it's copper/brass vs the stock aluminum/plastic which is better from a cooling standpoint although it will weigh a few pounds more.  Living in Phoenix, I felt a few more pounds of weight for better cooling is a worthy trade-off for me.

Just ordered it earlier today, supposed to be here Tuesday afternoon, I'll update here if it works out.

If you're looking to stay completely stock, and your end tanks are still good, your best bet will probably be to visit a local radiator repair shop to have your existing radiator re-cored or pick up one of the used ones offered here.
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Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?
« Reply #8 on: August 22, 2010, 07:10:00 PM »

I much prefer the all-metal radiators, I've had jeeze, probably 3 or 4 plastic tanked capri radiators fail on me in various ways.

Welcome to the forum, keep us updated!
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« Reply #9 on: August 24, 2010, 02:00:00 PM »

Got the radiator in from Autozone today, was the WRONG FRIKKEN THING.  They sent the wider radiator that's spec'ed for the early 90's Topaz that's also aluminum/plastic instead of copper/brass like I was supposed to get.  Something like 26" wide, instead of the 22" one in the Capri.  Their computer system says the one I ordered is available until depleted, so my guess is that it was depleted, and they substituted this other one, as their books says it fits (I think it would physically fit in the space if the car wasn't equipped with A/C, although the top mounts wouldn't line up, and something would have to be fabricated to hold it).  

Spent about an hour on the phone at Autozone, they said they have a commercial supplier that does have the correct one that's is copper/brass (although I would have grudgingly taken another aluminum/plastic if I had to) that's supposed to be delivered early tomorrow morning.  Down side is that it's around $200, instead of the $125 I paid for this (wrong) one.  Although I think Autozone should cover that difference, I didn't argue it.  

We'll see in the morning if I get the wrong one again.  If it's not right, you may hear of another story of someone getting arrested for going ballistic at an Autozone in Phoenix  :D
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Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?
« Reply #10 on: August 24, 2010, 04:57:00 PM »

Taken from RockAuto.com-

SPECTRA PREMIUM Part # CU1628
13.75" Length; 22.375"; Width; .625" Depth
$122.79

VISTA-PRO Part # 431514
 13.75" Length; 22.375"; Width; .625" Depth
$184.89
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« Reply #11 on: August 24, 2010, 08:26:00 PM »

Yes, notice that I originally ordered 431514, but that's not what I received.  The radiator in the box was labeled CU866, as well as on the packing list.  The description on the packing list did include the 431514 number.  Several other sites online also list the CU866 as a supersede to the 431516.  Even Spectra claims that the CU866 will work in place of it.  Which is why I said I felt that it got sent in place of the 431514 - the 431514 isn't available anymore, and even according to the manufacturer, it's a direct replacement.  

That said, when Googling the CU1628 I have on order now, it comes up with a bunch of hits saying it's specifically for the '91-'94 Capri.  I just fear that I'm going to get another CU866, lol.
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bhazard

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Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?
« Reply #12 on: August 25, 2010, 02:57:00 AM »

I have the stock radiator out of my old xr2 if you want it.
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Where can I buy a radiator for my 91 Capri?
« Reply #13 on: August 25, 2010, 01:39:00 PM »

I just got back from autozone... they want 300.00 for the all metal one, ie; copper and other misc metal parts!! I was a bit taken back!!!
 I also got the "cold runner" thermostat, I think its 160, along with the white gauge back gound, (both from ZXtuner)!! I'll let you know how it likes running a little colder!! I know the white guages will look cool as f#**k!! I'm always looking for little one-off things to do. Running a bit cooler is always a good thing!! Looking cooler comes natural!!!
Got the new block going to a buddy for the tear down and rebuild on tuesday, he will put the new parts on the lower end and paint it, then I got to do the head. My guy who was going to port it is gone... so I will think about what to do next.
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« Reply #14 on: August 25, 2010, 04:55:00 PM »

Running cooler is *not* always a good thing, engines have an operating temperature. At 160 you probably will never enter closed loop. I hope you dont care about mpg's.
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