SteveMongr

Looking at CSF Aluminum Radiators.
I live and drive on the beach, the salt air and sand are intense. Will an aluminum radiator be OK or will I start springing leaks in 1 year?
I can't find a good 2 row 'brass/copper with metal tanks' for a 96 Cherokee 4.0.
Thank you for suggestions.

mr white

How long did your factory radiator last and where did it start leaking? I'm assuming it was leaking at the plastic tanks.

SteveMongr

Yes, plastic tank leaks.
Also had the drain plug blow out once. Epoxy putty saved that day.
I am just looking for a quality 2 row, for beach driving .
Also there is sediment build up in my current radiator.
Thanks

mr white

All aluminum will be fine. I replaced mine with another with the plastic tanks, I figured the first one lasted 14 years...

andrewmp6

Aluminum doesn't rust like steel/iron does,It will last a long time if the coolant system is taken care of.

karl4x4

Aluminium does not "rust" but it corrodes way faster than steel. Just go to an old junk yard and look at a water pump on an engine. a lot of them are pretty much disintegrated.

Im surprised you can't find a good rad. If you are stuck with using aluminium, just make sure you rinse it after every beach run (as well as the rest of the truck) and it will last you a long time. Nothing wrong spraying a little protective coating too.