radiator i can use for itb

[H12EEG]

hi guys and gals, just bought an itb setup only require a shortened rad, i know i few ppl had used what i think is a vw rad. i would really appreciate any help with this. maybe even if someone could tell me what car to get it from i can pop down to local scappies for a rummage

[Laine_16v]

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/VW-RADIATOR-GOLF-PASSAT-DERBY-JETTA-POLO-SANTANA-74907-/250713698096?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item3a5fb36f30

+ some silicone bends and a long ally straight to mate it upto the valver pipework.

Pretty much straight fit for F4R conversions though.

[Laine_16v]

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q51/laine_16v/Ressurect%20PNX/BAYFINALLarge.jpg

[H12EEG]

nice one for that, i completly forgot about asking this lol

[robi1000]

How well does this lower radiator cope with traffic jams in the summer?

[Laine_16v]

How well does this lower radiator cope with traffic jams in the summer?

The radiator is perfectly capable of cooling. I've done a sustained 4500rpm for 30 minutes and the datalogging showed coolant temps no higher than 90 degrees, i.e completely normal.

Its fine in traffic too, my fan kicks in and stays in for a long time, if anything i need a bigger fan but i cant fit one due to its size. I may swap to 2 smaller fans.

[robi1000]

How about trackdays (that 30min drive was probably highway)?

I was also thinking to fit 2 fans.

[Laine_16v]

How about trackdays (that 30min drive was probably highway)?

I was also thinking to fit 2 fans.

Trackdays i will have to let you know in 2 weeks when i go to bedford autodrome :P

[robi1000]

Please do!

[H12EEG]

what size fan are you running now?

[Laine_16v]

Not sure on size, but its the one in the picture below.

http://i133.photobucket.com/albums/q51/laine_16v/Ressurect%20PNX/DSC00539.jpg

[cliokongen]

Mine is the same size.
I have the APD one - probably just a VW item or similar.

No issues in traffic - but fan does stay on for longer.
On regular trackdays wit a cooling down lap - no issues.

Only issue i have had was after a lap at the ring where you often end up in heavy traffic after the lap. Fan could not keep up.
I normally use Motul water wetter which does lower temps by approximately 5-10deg. but did'nt on the trip to the ring.
I even use a bigger Pacet fan. 2 fans might be the solution.

I am thinking of having a thicker on made using a better core and with the water connections in the correct positions.

Michael

[robi1000]

@Laine&Cliokongen: What's the core thickness on your rad?

[Evogone]

Mine is the same size.
I have the APD one - probably just a VW item or similar.

No issues in traffic - but fan does stay on for longer.
On regular trackdays wit a cooling down lap - no issues.

Only issue i have had was after a lap at the ring where you often end up in heavy traffic after the lap. Fan could not keep up.
I normally use Motul water wetter which does lower temps by approximately 5-10deg. but did'nt on the trip to the ring.
I even use a bigger Pacet fan. 2 fans might be the solution.

I am thinking of having a thicker on made using a better core and with the water connections in the correct positions.

Michael

Thants what i have done, twin core copper unit but need better fan as when you finish the stage the fan is always on for a couple of mins....

[cliokongen]

Who made yours?

[cliokongen]

@Laine&Cliokongen: What's the core thickness on your rad?

32mm just about....
(pictures of the other thing you requested on FB - will email you ASAP)

Michael

[robi1000]

Thanks Michael!

[Evogone]

Who made yours?
Local company made me a one off, all the hose positions in the right place etc..

[cliokongen]

Who made yours?
Local company made me a one off, all the hose positions in the right place etc..

I suppose they would love to make another one.... :D
Can you PM me the price you paid please...

[Twincam]

I have fitted a mk2 golf gti 16v radiator which runs a thicker core than the one most use but I have yet to test it yet :D

[robi1000]

And how thick is this GTI version?

[matt.dixon90]

i have a rad i bought a while back im sure it was from laine16v tbh. just sat in my garage, i no longer need it as im going for boost :)

pm me if interested

[robi1000]

I already bought a new rad, I just want to know if it really is from GTI. :D

[Wobba]

Next question: Any mega fans out there for super mental engined cars?

[sideways danny]

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/Motorsport/Brands/Pacet/Pacet_Cooling_System/Pacet_Fans_Fan_Kits/Pacet_Profan_Assemblies/1848/576/5098

[Twincam]

And how thick is this GTI version?

Think it has a 40mm thick core. Apparently the westfield boys use them instead of the common used 1.0l polo radiators

[Wobba]

http://www.demon-tweeks.co.uk/Motorsport/Brands/Pacet/Pacet_Cooling_System/Pacet_Fans_Fan_Kits/Pacet_Profan_Assemblies/1848/576/5098

Oh there's some nice ones there! Now to wire in the ECU fan control...

I may measure up the size I need over weekend.

[robi1000]

I trial fitted my new short rad and it's a bit wider compared to the original rad. Problem is, that it does not fit nicely into a slot on the subframe. Anyone else experianced this? Do I have to mod my subframe?

Any pics?