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Old Nov 20, 2025 | 11:12 AM
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Got a coolant leak around my fan, might be radiator, haven't confirmed it yet.

I'd prefer to replace it with OEM, but not finding anything online. I've read mixed reviews about CSF 2671 radiator.

Anyone have any recommendation for a replacement radiator?
Go with a radiator made from copper and brass.
Copper is the most efficient and effective radiator material for transferring heat.

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Old Nov 23, 2025 | 03:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Ralph77
Around the mechanical or electric fan?
If around the electrical fan in the area of the lower hose check the nut that holds the lower tranny line fitting in.
Had a leak a few years back and thought it was my 10 year old Spectra radiator.
Then what I thought was a stupid idea popped into my head.
Put a wrench to that nut and sure enough.
Until then I didn't even know that was a thing.
My leak is mechanical fan side. But it only occurs when the overflow tank is at the full line. So this must be a pressure issue, still haven't found the source.
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Old Dec 1, 2025 | 04:11 AM
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I use about a 3' piece of 3/8ish hose. Fits good in your ear and it will find a noise
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Old Dec 1, 2025 | 12:02 PM
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The leak got worse, going to replace the radiator.

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Old Dec 9, 2025 | 03:29 PM
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Went with a full aluminum radiator. Not impressed with the quality, but so far it seems fine.







Front diff cover was leaking, upgraded to Yukon. No complaints except I broke a bolt.



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Old Dec 23, 2025 | 11:44 PM
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Update on the upgrades. The temps are noticeably cooler at idle, city and freeway, partial flush might've helped. The design for the radiator cap and placement is so bad I'd avoid this style / manufacturer completely.

The differential cover fixed my leak, and the lube locker gasket was reused. Anyone know an easy way to find a replacement bolt? Yukon only sells the kits.

Need to address some things with the suspension next, going to upgrade to ZJ tie rods. Then I need to future plan for a block swap.
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I need to locate the source of some vibration. Might as well upgrade my tie rods while I'm at it. What tie rod upgrade does everyone recommend?
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Old Mar 12, 2026 | 07:41 AM
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Did you do the ZJ tie rods already?
Not sure how tie rods can cause vibration unless theyre so worn out its affecting your alignment.
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