Frank Boettcher wrote:
> On 4 Sep 2006 23:10:55 -0700, "Pete from Boston"
> > wrote:
>
> >I need a new radiator in my 90 Accord (155K) -- ridiculous leak and I'd
> >just rather put something new in than mess around with
> >patching/welding. I've been reading through a lot of radiator
> >replacement discussions in here and given the amount of time I've
> >already spent looking at and playing with it, I'm willing to give doing
> >it myself a shot.
> >
> >That said, I'm wondering about the pros/cons of plastic and aluminum
> >tanks. Having had leaks on two plastic-tanked radiators, I'd rather go
> >with aluminum if that's going to tend to develop leaks less. Someone
> >mentioned aluminum being heavier -- is this going to make any
> >substantial difference other than ease of installation?
> >
> >The prices on the ones I'm seeing listed on line are all reasonable,
> >but I don't see a lot of detailed info on one vs. another (which is
> >info much more in abundance on this group, thankfully).
> >
> >Any opinions/recommendations?
>
>
> I bought a new radiator for my 90 accord from radiator barn to replace
> the original composite radiator that had developed a split. Seems
> like I paid a little over a hundred bucks for it. Recieved it in two
> days.
>
> It was metal (all aluminum ?, I don't think so). Fit perfectly,
> relatively easy to replace, took about two hours. Did it about a year
> ago, so far so good, but good warranty at any rate.
>
> I'm in a no snow area, you should get opinions from locals that deal
> with the cold, snow, salt, sand cycle you have to deal with with
> regard to material selection.

Thanks, I hadn't considered the effect of the elements on the
materials. Good point to consider.