FYI radiator alternative

[redmist]

There is a 3" thick racing radiator ($230) made for asphalt modifieds that fits between the radiator support posts where the a/c fan/radiator goes (went).
I used one and made my own fan shroud from 16 guage SS. Enables the use of the OEM fan. Also has the advantage, because of it's size and outlet placement, of being able to utilize very short (and simple) radiator hoses.

[static]

can you take some pics? cheers

[Teaguer]

Suffern' succotash. Haha. :p


Now back to the rads ....theres no need to cobble up a domestic or circle track rad .
These Mishimoto's are perfect fitment for our cars and tested by many E36 & S14 owners already :

http://www.mishimoto.com/bmw-e36-aluminum-performance-radiator-92-99.html

They can be found on eBay for $236 shipped.
(although I have a source to get get them for $205 shipped) ;)

[e30this]

although I have a source to get get them for $205 shipped) ;)

And we have group buys where we can get them for 190 shipped.

http://www.e30tech.com/forum/showthread.php?t=79092

Has ended as of now. Should be starting a new one in a few weeks..

[Teaguer]

Meh, I never travel over to emotech. Plus some homo banned me anyway. :roll:

[e30this]

Meh, I never travel over to emotech. Plus some homo banned me anyway. :roll:

No one said you had to go to emotech. Group buy was listed on Bimmerforums and a few other places as well.

[Teaguer]

No one said you had to go to emotech. Group buy was listed on Bimmerforums and a few other places as well.

Well you listed a link to emothech.....so what do I know ? :roll:
I was aware that there has been Bf.c GB's though.

[z31maniac]

I bought an S54 MCoupe radiator to use in my swap, I'll see how it works out in a few more weeks.

[redmist]

You guys are missing the point. This radiator fits in the a/c condensor fan area eliminating clearance issues when using the mechanical fan. Hell I can get a radiator for $140 to fit where the old one resides.....

[lifeiskaos]

where's that damn smiley...

edit: ahh, here it is:

[dude8383]

You guys are missing the point. This radiator fits in the a/c condensor fan area eliminating clearance issues when using the mechanical fan. Hell I can get a radiator for $140 to fit where the old one resides.....

this is only good for the people that choose to delete their a/c systems completely.

that being said, driving in the rain with 90% humidity with windows rolled up SUCKS DONKEY BALLS.

[Teaguer]

this is only good for the people that choose to delete their a/c systems completely.

Yes exactly.
I noticed that you mentioned that it fits in the condensor area ....but that means no more a/c.
That to many, including myself, is a huge compromise.

[rThor432]

Well, I wan to see some pictures. I dont need or want A/C on my E30 (Thank God for NC's weather) and a radiator that fits where my condenser was and is just as effective sounds excellent... Let's see it.

[5KWattson]

where's that damn smiley...

Edit: Ahh, here it is:

+2

[redmist]

Pics tomorrow. You can still use your a/c condensor and fan, there is still room for it but you would have to alter the mounting.