New radiator?
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New radiator?
Does anyone know the best place to get a 92 cherokee radiator? Im wondering if i should buy it online or go to a store? Whats the average price for one of these and how easy is the install?
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Try Jc Whitney. They specialize in jeep products. The average one is around $185 and can range up to about $400. Mainly because of brand names and that sort of ****
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I paid 100 i think for mine from advance auto. I don't do any off-roading and it does the job for me. You might want to find something tougher if you take her off road often.
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Yeah ummm never go to JC Whitney for anything. Everything is overpriced there and they make ridiculous claims about all their products. Just go to your local auto parts store. They should have one in stock. The difference between an OEM radiator and a 3 core radiator is all of 1/4". 3 core does not mean 3 times the thickness, it is only 1/4" thicker in reality which is really not a big difference. So an OEM one would do you just fine as long as your other cooling system components are also in good shape.
Oh and easy to install. Take off fans/fan shrouds, take off belt, take off radiator support, disconnect the lower radiator hose where it meets the radiator (this will drain the entire cooling system) and then the radiator will come right out after a few more bolts. Follow instructions backwards for reinstall.
I would also suggest, if you are long overdue, to replace all components of the cooling system while you're at it and have everything drained. Water pump, thermostat, thermostat housing, hoses, radiator cap and fan clutch. And if you buy an OEM radiator instead of a 3 core, you will save yourself enough money to spend on all the rest of the components. And it's a good idea with summer just around the corner
Oh and easy to install. Take off fans/fan shrouds, take off belt, take off radiator support, disconnect the lower radiator hose where it meets the radiator (this will drain the entire cooling system) and then the radiator will come right out after a few more bolts. Follow instructions backwards for reinstall.
I would also suggest, if you are long overdue, to replace all components of the cooling system while you're at it and have everything drained. Water pump, thermostat, thermostat housing, hoses, radiator cap and fan clutch. And if you buy an OEM radiator instead of a 3 core, you will save yourself enough money to spend on all the rest of the components. And it's a good idea with summer just around the corner
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I got one on ebay for $75-80 with free shipping and works great, fits great, smells great, etc...
http://www.ebay.com/itm/91-96-Cherok...ht_2048wt_1185
one like this is what i got... different seller tho...
no off roading, DD and kid/trailer/snowmobile/etc hauler
http://www.ebay.com/itm/91-96-Cherok...ht_2048wt_1185
one like this is what i got... different seller tho...
no off roading, DD and kid/trailer/snowmobile/etc hauler
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Originally Posted by jrh97007
rockauto.com Lots of parts, reviews, and warrenty info. Even 4x4 magazines reccomend buying from them.
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Here is a discount code for RockAuto.com. 90400427444705
Just put it in the box for "how did you hear about us". And get 5% off. Good till June 17th
Just put it in the box for "how did you hear about us". And get 5% off. Good till June 17th
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Yeah ummm never go to JC Whitney for anything. Everything is overpriced there and they make ridiculous claims about all their products. Just go to your local auto parts store. They should have one in stock. The difference between an OEM radiator and a 3 core radiator is all of 1/4". 3 core does not mean 3 times the thickness, it is only 1/4" thicker in reality which is really not a big difference. So an OEM one would do you just fine as long as your other cooling system components are also in good shape.
Oh and easy to install. Take off fans/fan shrouds, take off belt, take off radiator support, disconnect the lower radiator hose where it meets the radiator (this will drain the entire cooling system) and then the radiator will come right out after a few more bolts. Follow instructions backwards for reinstall.
I would also suggest, if you are long overdue, to replace all components of the cooling system while you're at it and have everything drained. Water pump, thermostat, thermostat housing, hoses, radiator cap and fan clutch. And if you buy an OEM radiator instead of a 3 core, you will save yourself enough money to spend on all the rest of the components. And it's a good idea with summer just around the corner
Oh and easy to install. Take off fans/fan shrouds, take off belt, take off radiator support, disconnect the lower radiator hose where it meets the radiator (this will drain the entire cooling system) and then the radiator will come right out after a few more bolts. Follow instructions backwards for reinstall.
I would also suggest, if you are long overdue, to replace all components of the cooling system while you're at it and have everything drained. Water pump, thermostat, thermostat housing, hoses, radiator cap and fan clutch. And if you buy an OEM radiator instead of a 3 core, you will save yourself enough money to spend on all the rest of the components. And it's a good idea with summer just around the corner
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http://shop.advanceautoparts.com/web...RPCOOLAMS_____
I had to trim some tabs on the bottom for an exact fit, but it doesn't leak and my engine temp dropped by about 10 degrees. It was a good choice for a daily driver.
Luckily you'll learn how to install it when you take the old one out : ) Lots of screws, take your time. I actually had the most trouble with the transmission cooling line connections. I ended up cutting and splicing.
https://www.cherokeeforum.com/f2/how...adiator-92562/
You could go junkyard or fancy also - $40-430.
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I'd suggest not doing that. A used radiator may look clean externally but you will have no idea what's going on internally unless you take it to a rad shop and have them tear it open. But more than likely, if it's been sitting at the JY for a while, it will be clogged to some degree internally.
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