RADIATOR AL vs CU Accord

Discussion in 'Accord' started by Bob, Feb 28, 2004.

  1. Bob

    Bob Guest

    I have to replace my radiator......again in my 92 Accord EX

    Original Denso worked well but leaked;
    Replaced with an Aluminum one -- short life

    Now I'm thinking it is better to get the copper KOYO because it will outlast
    the AL. What I did notice with the AL is the cooling fan came on less often
    with AC on or off. But, I still have my original Denso in my 91 Accord LX.

    Has anyone else experienced shorter life with the Aluminum? Warranty in many
    cases are a joke. However, I can get liftime replacement with the KOYO
    including the shipping costs.

    Any thoughts?

    Bob
     
    Bob, Feb 28, 2004
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  2. Bob

    John Horner Guest

    Original Denso worked well but leaked;

    Personally I like an all metal radiator instead of the aluminum/plastic
    composites. At least the all metal type can be easily repaired if it does
    leak at the tanks.

    The other comment is to religiously flush and fill your coolant no less
    often than once per two years, and use either a pre-mix anti-freeze or your
    own blend of anti-freeze and distilled water. This can greatly extend the
    life of cooling systems.

    John
     
    John Horner, Feb 28, 2004
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  3. Bob

    John Horner Guest

    Original Denso worked well but leaked;

    Personally I like an all metal radiator instead of the aluminum/plastic
    composites. At least the all metal type can be easily repaired if it does
    leak at the tanks.

    The other comment is to religiously flush and fill your coolant no less
    often than once per two years, and use either a pre-mix anti-freeze or your
    own blend of anti-freeze and distilled water. This can greatly extend the
    life of cooling systems.

    John
     
    John Horner, Feb 28, 2004
    #3
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