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Old Dec 27, 2013 | 01:56 PM
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Radiator question

So I figured out my radiator is leaking...bad. I ordered a brand new one from STM, it's the CSF factory replacement one. Is that a decent replacement or should I have gone with mishimoto or koyo.
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 01:43 PM
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Why didn't you just get the factory Mitsubishi one? It's made to work best with this motor.
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 01:59 PM
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i would have went with a mishimoto over a factory like replacement. It will flow better than stock and be more efficient.
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 03:38 PM
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I have the CSF and it works fine. I needed a factory or CSF due to my external o2 housing. STM ships fast and it seems like a great product. No overheating and easy install.
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 04:24 PM
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The Oem one is a lot more expenssive and don't want another crack at the fins. For 200$ from stm I figured it would be a nice replacement. When I upgrade my turbo etc I'll go with a koyo.
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 04:25 PM
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Originally Posted by whotippedmycow
I have the CSF and it works fine. I needed a factory or CSF due to my external o2 housing. STM ships fast and it seems like a great product. No overheating and easy install.
How long have you had it and how is the quality?
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 04:48 PM
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I have a CBRD OEM replacement but works better than OEM and has the upper pipe on the driver's side. It can be ready to go at a moments notice if you are interested.
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 05:37 PM
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Originally Posted by michaelrc51
I have a CBRD OEM replacement but works better than OEM and has the upper pipe on the driver's side. It can be ready to go at a moments notice if you are interested.
Mines already shipped. Thanks though
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Old Dec 28, 2013 | 06:10 PM
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Originally Posted by Viegasjuice
Mines already shipped. Thanks though

NP....only 400 miles on it.....
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Old Jan 9, 2014 | 01:15 PM
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I had bad experience with Mishimoto after a few year with small leak on the neck. Warranty covers a replacement, however I didn't put the new on it. Going to Koyo now
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Old Jan 9, 2014 | 11:29 PM
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You can have a radiator repaired as well. Usually 40-60 bucks. They will pressure test it and give you a warranty to go along with the repair.
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