salvage radiators?

[BSH]

What's the advisability of using a second-hand radiator from a u-pull-it yard? Do '97+ radiators fit in a '96?

[RichP]

Would not be my first choice but if you need to then do it but keep an eye on it.
THe only differences are closed vs open systems as well as auto vs stick, othewise I'm 99% sure they are all the same..

[Atl XJ]

i would definitely advise against this unless it was an emergency.

[anony91xj]

i would definitely advise against this unless it was an emergency.
Pretty much, radiators aren't that expensive. They can also be easily damaged, especially if you've seen how junkyards handle their cars.

[bajacalal]

I've seen radiators that are brand new quality CSF and modine units at the u-pull it. I mean, mint condition radiators. I wouldn't buy one unless you actually find a brand new unit at the junkyard.

[Ray H]

I will give you a stock radiator from my 96, you just need to come and get it. Im a couple hours from you. I guarantee its in good shape, does not leak, isnt busted up and works fine, at least it did when I upgraded to a 3 core. It never overheated, I just wanted to upgrade because I started towing.

[3XJFamily]

I will give you a stock radiator from my 96, you just need to come and get it. Im a couple hours from you. I guarantee its in good shape, does not leak, isnt busted up and works fine, at least it did when I upgraded to a 3 core. It never overheated, I just wanted to upgrade because I started towing.

A free second-hand radiator, thought to be good is the only one worth bothering with. . .

[Ray H]

BSH youve got a PM