Radiator Suggestions

[jules325i]

Is it worth getting another OEM Radiator for my stroker or is there any direct fit alternatives that will offer me better cooling.

[MaksV]

there are no direct fit alternatives that offer better cooling. Suggest getting an Efan if you need better cooling. All Alum radiators are nice too, but dont really offer better cooling.

[jlevie]

That depend on the rest of the cooling system. If the cooling system is configured to be the later (from 9/87) there are several drop-in possibilities that will yield increased cooling system performance. But if you have the earlier configuration you are stuck with the stock radiator.

[jules325i]

My car is 1989.
Is there any direct fit nice looking aluminium rad that has the same cooling ability as stock.
Any brand names/ supplier.

[paperplane94]

Mishimoto Mashimoto...something

Oh, here it is:

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

HANG ON, I think that might be for the M3...correct me please.

[jules325i]

Mishimoto Mashimoto...something

Oh, here it is:

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

HANG ON, I think that might be for the M3...correct me please.

Yeah that link is for the m3 but i think they make one for my car.
Do you know anything about the quality.

[bubbajan21]

Yeah that link is for the m3 but i think they make one for my car.
Do you know anything about the quality.

You will need the E36 one, it's the same one as a late model E30 radiator.

I've been running a Mishimoto in my M50 car for a while now and I have had zero issues or complaints (well ok, one complaint is that there is no bleeder screw like the stock rad, but that's not a big deal once it's bled). I'm very happy with it, I wouldn't hesitate to use one again. And as an added bonus, it pretties up your engine bay with a shiny aluminum radiator :p.

[SpecM]

I'm going to be installing an 00-01 e36/7 S54 radiator. Strait drop-in for a '88+ or e36

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[SkiFree]

Do you know anything about the quality.

What is your definition of quality?

Mishimoto, IE, anything under $500 is going to be made overseas. If your definition of quality is "anything not made in China" then be ready to pay accordingly.

If your definition of quality does include "made in China, but has some level of quality control/warranty" then IE or Mishimoto (or simular) would be a good bet.

Frankly your OEM unit should be just fine, if you notice it getting warm THEN look into it.

[MR 325]

There's no need for an upgraded radiator in these cars. If your stock stuff is in good working order it will stay as cool as a cucumber.

I like Nissens or Behr for stock style replacements.

[MattBimmer]

I'd go with the Mishimoto the aluminum rad. Everything I read when replacing mine was that these are great drop in radiators. Plus The aluminum radiator is gonna be less hassle than one with little plastic sides.
IF YOU CAN afford it go with the Mishimoto, if you want to cheapen up and save weight and do a M42 radiator swap, Ebay has a deal on Z3 radiators, the same thing as M42 for 70 dollars! hope that helps

[jules325i]

I'd go with the Mishimoto the aluminum rad. Everything I read when replacing mine was that these are great drop in radiators. Plus The aluminum radiator is gonna be less hassle than one with little plastic sides.
IF YOU CAN afford it go with the Mishimoto, if you want to cheapen up and save weight and do a M42 radiator swap, Ebay has a deal on Z3 radiators, the same thing as M42 for 70 dollars! hope that helps

Thanks everyone i think ill go with the Mishimoto.

[jules325i]

I can only seem to find the e30 m3 Mishimoto is that the same capacity as the 325i OEM.
Or will it fit.

[MR 325]

The E30 M3 radiator is a different style. As said above, buy one for an E36 M3 and it will be the same.

[jules325i]

cheers