Upgraded Aftermarket Radiator Recommendation
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From: Maine
Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
So in the end, here's what I went with and did. OEM style Radiator, but a more on the premium side grade (Crown). (Dropped right in). After looking at all the $$$ for others, figured what the heck the last one lasted 17years, can't be too bad!!
What I also found was my clutch fan was not operating properly (replaced). While I was there, new water pump, thermostat, bottom radiator hose (no internal spring to catch crud), new belt, a good cleaning out of as much old antifreeze from the block as possible.
All back together, no leaks, running perfect temps and the electric fan rarely comes on anymore.. Happy with the results. Thanks to all for the imput!
SemperFi
What I also found was my clutch fan was not operating properly (replaced). While I was there, new water pump, thermostat, bottom radiator hose (no internal spring to catch crud), new belt, a good cleaning out of as much old antifreeze from the block as possible.
All back together, no leaks, running perfect temps and the electric fan rarely comes on anymore.. Happy with the results. Thanks to all for the imput!
SemperFi
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From: Northern New Mexico
Year: 1999
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0
So in the end, here's what I went with and did. OEM style Radiator, but a more on the premium side grade (Crown). (Dropped right in). After looking at all the $$$ for others, figured what the heck the last one lasted 17years, can't be too bad!!
What I also found was my clutch fan was not operating properly (replaced). While I was there, new water pump, thermostat, bottom radiator hose (no internal spring to catch crud), new belt, a good cleaning out of as much old antifreeze from the block as possible.
All back together, no leaks, running perfect temps and the electric fan rarely comes on anymore.. Happy with the results. Thanks to all for the imput!
SemperFi
What I also found was my clutch fan was not operating properly (replaced). While I was there, new water pump, thermostat, bottom radiator hose (no internal spring to catch crud), new belt, a good cleaning out of as much old antifreeze from the block as possible.
All back together, no leaks, running perfect temps and the electric fan rarely comes on anymore.. Happy with the results. Thanks to all for the imput!
SemperFi
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From: Maine
Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0L
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From: 4 Corners, USA
Year: 2000
Model: Cherokee
Engine: 4.0 I-6 Cyl. w/ 0630Head+MikeWilsonAdapter (preserves engine/brain function w/ stronger head) 62mmTB
Great thread.
Thanks, All. Glad the issue got resolved.
Saw these, if they are of any help...
http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1009479
http://bleepmicro.livejournal.com/57852.html
Thanks, All. Glad the issue got resolved.
Saw these, if they are of any help...
http://www.naxja.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1009479
http://bleepmicro.livejournal.com/57852.html