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Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: RX7 New Owner on July 15, 2009, 12:11:17 PM
I am having trouble finding a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7.
 
Does anyone know of a good supplier who won\'t charge a fortune?
 
Thanks!
Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: Brett on July 15, 2009, 12:22:48 PM
You might have some luck at a motor factors - service exchange :)

You may also be able to get a good second hand one from one of the specialists...


Welcome to the club :wave
Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: SiH on July 15, 2009, 12:26:38 PM
I\'d be tempted to see if you can spent a bit more and get something uprated. Not one of these eBay specials, but something like a Koyo copper of full ally. As cooling is so important on a rotary, it\'s a worthwhile investement :)
Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: L18M on July 15, 2009, 12:56:28 PM
post in wanted section.. else keep eye out on for sale thread. else try tim at rx motors he has lots of parts 01725 516462
Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: G@NDY on July 15, 2009, 12:58:18 PM
Think I have a second hand one you can have, removed for upgrade. If your interested I will double check.

regards Andy.
Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: RX7 New Owner on July 15, 2009, 01:48:17 PM
Thanks for all the feedback - Really appreciated.
 
Andy, I would be interested to find out if you do have a second hand one.  Would want the details on condition etc, the normal stuff!!
 
Cheers
Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: m4drx on July 15, 2009, 04:11:35 PM
i have a stock one in great condition, you can have fans too if wanted.

m4dsup@hotmail.co.uk

you could collect anytime bud as you are up the road :)
Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: jinx on July 15, 2009, 08:28:02 PM
Not to trample on anybody\'s helpful offer of a second hand item, if you want to buy new, and you have not already, try: //www.carpartsdirect.co.uk  
They have a classic and kit car section that can spring a pleasant surprise where bits for 80\'s and 90\'s cars are concerned. They do keep parts for other old Mazdas but i don\'t know if they will have parts for and FC - though they were official imports like every other type so who knows. Their prices are very reasonable as a rule and delivery is quick too.

If only the core is damaged you could look for a local radiator specialist like Serck Marston (used to be a national chain but I don\'t know if they are still going) in your Yellow Pages. They could replace the core and reuse the old end tanks, although if these are plastic that may not be possible.
Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: gillard28 on July 15, 2009, 09:25:37 PM
try jimmys rx7 in norwich
Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: jinx on July 15, 2009, 11:11:32 PM
I looked - they list 2 types £141(85-89) or (post 89) £288. Is that expensive? The dimensions are identical so I assume the tanks aren\'t.
Title: Looking for a replacement radiator for a 1991 RX-7
Post by: RX7 New Owner on July 16, 2009, 07:11:11 PM
That is quite expensive but I think that we have a few good options now.
 
Thanks for all your help!!!