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Old 11-03-2009, 08:07 PM
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i have a rx7 with a ls1 that im putting a turbo kit in. but i need moree room so im changing my radiator. by my measurements i need one that is 22" wide and 16-17" tall. i cant find ne thing in that size. closest i can find is 22wx13"t. is that too small? its 2" thick.
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as long as its a full aluminum radiator and its 2 inches thick. the stock ls1 radiator is like 1 inch only
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yes it is totally aluminum. from the looks of it it is 22" wide and only 13" tall and 2" thick. its funny, my intercooler is bigger lol
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That should work ok
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Check out Speedway, they've got a pretty good selection...



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