Radiator upgrade, S5 Turbo

Pete_89T2 · 12-30-2010, 09:03 PM

My original stock radiator is in good shape, pretty clean internally & shows no signs of leakage at the end tank crimps but it is about 22 years old -- I feel I'd be pushing my luck with it on the next road trip out to DGRR. Since I'm putting the car down for some other winter projects (turbo rebuild time!) I figure it's a good time to upgrade the radiator. I intend to continue using the stock fan & shroud and want something (preferably all AL, multi-pass type)that will fit my S5 T2 without hacking anything up too much.

Given the above criteria, what do you guys suggest WRT brands & shops to buy one from?

vex · 12-30-2010, 09:35 PM

See sig.

Pete_89T2 · 12-31-2010, 07:57 AM

Thanks - good info Vex!

Did a little web search last night and found this place that sells Koyo radiators for what seems to be a reasonable price. They have a triple pass and a single pass AL stock replacements, with improved cooling capacity

http://www.absoluteradiator.com/Prod....asp?idProd=18

My only concern is according to them Koyo no longer gives you any kind of warranty.

***TitaniumTT*** · 12-31-2010, 10:49 AM

I like custom. I'd call Griffen and see if they can build you something of the proper size, and then fab up some brackets.

EJayCe996 · 12-31-2010, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TitaniumTT

I like custom. I'd call Griffen and see if they can build you something of the proper size, and then fab up some brackets.

What were the dimensions of yours? I did in fact have a few questions to ask you about your car when you were here but I tend to forget all that when I meet people for the first time in person

My5ABaby · 12-31-2010, 02:20 PM

http://mrcmfg.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=113_139

Re-Speed sells them. If you can, it's good to support the rotary guys.

***TitaniumTT*** · 12-31-2010, 03:37 PM

BIG! Liek everything else... HUGE! I want to say overall it's ~26" wide with a 20"something core, and about 24" tall. I think, I'll have the bumper off in a few days and will get some better measurements. I thought I had them in Vex's thread but apparently not. I've measured this damn thing so many times that I should have it memorized by now.

I'm actually thinking about ditching it for a much MUCH shorter triple pass. Increased ground clearance is always a good thing. A double pass would work, but I'd need a custom T-Stat outlet.... custom.... fuck it... I'll do the double pass

EJayCe996 · 12-31-2010, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TitaniumTT

BIG! Liek everything else... HUGE! I want to say overall it's ~26" wide with a 20"something core, and about 24" tall. I think, I'll have the bumper off in a few days and will get some better measurements. I thought I had them in Vex's thread but apparently not. I've measured this damn thing so many times that I should have it memorized by now.

I'm actually thinking about ditching it for a much MUCH shorter triple pass. Increased ground clearance is always a good thing. A double pass would work, but I'd need a custom T-Stat outlet.... custom.... fuck it... I'll do the double pass

That's what i was thinking, a short double since the rad/intercooler setup I had envisioned is basically what you did.

Quote:

Originally Posted by TitaniumTT

Oh yeah, ask any other questions ya want man... probably better in the Epic rd trip thread or in the build thread.... or hell man, ya got my cell number don't ya?

I indeed does

***TitaniumTT*** · 12-31-2010, 03:38 PM

Oh yeah, ask any other questions ya want man... probably better in the Epic rd trip thread or in the build thread.... or hell man, ya got my cell number don't ya?

Gregory Casimir · 01-18-2011, 12:08 PM

corksport is on sale for 249.00 before shiping i believe. sounds like a really good deal.

12-30-2010, 09:03 PM	#1
Pete_89T2 Lifetime Rotorhead Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Elkton, MD iTrader: (1) Posts: 874 Rep Power: 15	Radiator upgrade, S5 Turbo My original stock radiator is in good shape, pretty clean internally & shows no signs of leakage at the end tank crimps but it is about 22 years old -- I feel I'd be pushing my luck with it on the next road trip out to DGRR. Since I'm putting the car down for some other winter projects (turbo rebuild time!) I figure it's a good time to upgrade the radiator. I intend to continue using the stock fan & shroud and want something (preferably all AL, multi-pass type)that will fit my S5 T2 without hacking anything up too much. Given the above criteria, what do you guys suggest WRT brands & shops to buy one from?

12-30-2010, 09:35 PM	#2
vex RCC Loves Me Not You Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Influx. iTrader: (6) Posts: 2,113 Rep Power: 19	See sig. __________________ The Official FC Radiator Thread My Project Thread: Cerberus CCVT Virginia Rotary Group

12-31-2010, 10:49 AM	#4
*TitaniumTT* Test Whore - Admin Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Right Behind you son iTrader: (4) Posts: 4,581 Rep Power: 10	I like custom. I'd call Griffen and see if they can build you something of the proper size, and then fab up some brackets. __________________ -The Angry Stig- DGRR 2009, 2011, 2012 & 2013 - Best FC DEALS GAP!! WOOHOOOO!!!!! 2015 Audi S4 - Samantha - Zero Brap S4 2004 RX8 - Jocelyn - 196rwhp, 19mpg fuel to noise converter 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport - Wifey mobile - Now with 2.5" OME lift and 30" BFG AT KO's! So it begins 1998 Jeep Cherokee - 5 spd, 4" lift, 33" BFG's - Rotary Tow Vehicle 1988 'Vert - In progress 1988 FC Coupe - Gretchen -The attention whore BEAST! I'm a sick individual, what's wrong with you? I'm pure Evil I'm still insane, in the best possible way. I think Brian's idea of romance is using lube. Your rage caused the meteor strike in Russia. The Antichrist would be proud of his minion. You win with your thread. Most everything It's a truck with a steel gate on the back. Just a statement of fact Motec M820, AIM dash, ported 13B-RE Cosmo, 6-spd trans, 4.3 Torsen, custom twin wg fully divided mani, Custom 4" split into 2x 3" exhaust, Custom HMIC, Custom custom custom custom I like to welder stuff.... No Bolt-ons allowed. Dyno'ed @ Speed1 Tuned by me - 405rwhp on WG.... WM50 cuming soon. *-Angry Motherfcker Mode ENGAGED-**

12-31-2010, 02:20 PM	#6
My5ABaby Sigh..... Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Murfreesboro, TN iTrader: (6) Posts: 2,377 Rep Power: 19	http://mrcmfg.com/catalog/index.php?cPath=113_139 Re-Speed sells them. If you can, it's good to support the rotary guys. __________________ 1986 Sport: 132k miles, 5A (Sapphire Blue Metallic), Tokico Blues, Racing Beat Springs, Custom LED tailights (only S4 LED tails in the world), SSR Mark II, Racing Beat exhaust, S5 black interior, Rotary Resurrection rebuild at 120k miles Community Service Manual RotorWiki "Imagination costs nothing; we could build square locomotives or fly to Mars" - Felix Wankel Yesterday is history, tomorrow is a mystery, but today is a gift. That is why it is called the "present."

12-31-2010, 03:37 PM	#7
*TitaniumTT* Test Whore - Admin Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Right Behind you son iTrader: (4) Posts: 4,581 Rep Power: 10	BIG! Liek everything else... HUGE! I want to say overall it's ~26" wide with a 20"something core, and about 24" tall. I think, I'll have the bumper off in a few days and will get some better measurements. I thought I had them in Vex's thread but apparently not. I've measured this damn thing so many times that I should have it memorized by now. I'm actually thinking about ditching it for a much MUCH shorter triple pass. Increased ground clearance is always a good thing. A double pass would work, but I'd need a custom T-Stat outlet.... custom.... fuck it... I'll do the double pass __________________ -The Angry Stig- DGRR 2009, 2011, 2012 & 2013 - Best FC DEALS GAP!! WOOHOOOO!!!!! 2015 Audi S4 - Samantha - Zero Brap S4 2004 RX8 - Jocelyn - 196rwhp, 19mpg fuel to noise converter 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport - Wifey mobile - Now with 2.5" OME lift and 30" BFG AT KO's! So it begins 1998 Jeep Cherokee - 5 spd, 4" lift, 33" BFG's - Rotary Tow Vehicle 1988 'Vert - In progress 1988 FC Coupe - Gretchen -The attention whore BEAST! I'm a sick individual, what's wrong with you? I'm pure Evil I'm still insane, in the best possible way. I think Brian's idea of romance is using lube. Your rage caused the meteor strike in Russia. The Antichrist would be proud of his minion. You win with your thread. Most everything It's a truck with a steel gate on the back. Just a statement of fact Motec M820, AIM dash, ported 13B-RE Cosmo, 6-spd trans, 4.3 Torsen, custom twin wg fully divided mani, Custom 4" split into 2x 3" exhaust, Custom HMIC, Custom custom custom custom I like to welder stuff.... No Bolt-ons allowed. Dyno'ed @ Speed1 Tuned by me - 405rwhp on WG.... WM50 cuming soon. *-Angry Motherfcker Mode ENGAGED-**

12-31-2010, 07:57 AM	#3
Pete_89T2 Lifetime Rotorhead Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Elkton, MD iTrader: (1) Posts: 874 Rep Power: 15	Thanks - good info Vex! Did a little web search last night and found this place that sells Koyo radiators for what seems to be a reasonable price. They have a triple pass and a single pass AL stock replacements, with improved cooling capacity http://www.absoluteradiator.com/Prod....asp?idProd=18 My only concern is according to them Koyo no longer gives you any kind of warranty.

12-31-2010, 03:38 PM	#9
*TitaniumTT* Test Whore - Admin Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Right Behind you son iTrader: (4) Posts: 4,581 Rep Power: 10	Oh yeah, ask any other questions ya want man... probably better in the Epic rd trip thread or in the build thread.... or hell man, ya got my cell number don't ya? __________________ -The Angry Stig- DGRR 2009, 2011, 2012 & 2013 - Best FC DEALS GAP!! WOOHOOOO!!!!! 2015 Audi S4 - Samantha - Zero Brap S4 2004 RX8 - Jocelyn - 196rwhp, 19mpg fuel to noise converter 2000 Jeep Cherokee Sport - Wifey mobile - Now with 2.5" OME lift and 30" BFG AT KO's! So it begins 1998 Jeep Cherokee - 5 spd, 4" lift, 33" BFG's - Rotary Tow Vehicle 1988 'Vert - In progress 1988 FC Coupe - Gretchen -The attention whore BEAST! I'm a sick individual, what's wrong with you? I'm pure Evil I'm still insane, in the best possible way. I think Brian's idea of romance is using lube. Your rage caused the meteor strike in Russia. The Antichrist would be proud of his minion. You win with your thread. Most everything It's a truck with a steel gate on the back. Just a statement of fact Motec M820, AIM dash, ported 13B-RE Cosmo, 6-spd trans, 4.3 Torsen, custom twin wg fully divided mani, Custom 4" split into 2x 3" exhaust, Custom HMIC, Custom custom custom custom I like to welder stuff.... No Bolt-ons allowed. Dyno'ed @ Speed1 Tuned by me - 405rwhp on WG.... WM50 cuming soon. *-Angry Motherfcker Mode ENGAGED-**

01-18-2011, 12:08 PM	#10
Gregory Casimir Rotary Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2010 iTrader: (0) Posts: 253 Rep Power: 15	corksport is on sale for 249.00 before shiping i believe. sounds like a really good deal.

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