New radiator

[mc204689]

Since I am new I thought I would ask the folks that know. I have a job 1 2008 fx4 with 148k. Looking at radiator I see 2 plugs look like putty. Mechanic says radiator is holding pressure fine. Question does anyone like griffin make a replacement very good radiator that will out perform the notorious bad factory model ? Thanks for being patient with a newbie

[INJEKTER1]

Originally Posted by mc204689

Since I am new I thought I would ask the folks that know. I have a job 1 2008 fx4 with 148k. Looking at radiator I see 2 plugs look like putty. Mechanic says radiator is holding pressure fine. Question does anyone like griffin make a replacement very good radiator that will out perform the notorious bad factory model ? Thanks for being patient with a newbie

if yours is still holding at 148,000 ,,,,,,it aint bad.....bad ones are easy to spot....look for coolant on the ground.

[mc204689]

I really like the look of your truck very classy. Since I got a good price when I bought the truck I want to put best parts in as things need replaced

[Term3]

There is an all aluminum rad you can buy that I've seen at some performance shops and also on eBay.

[mc204689]

Thanks I always forget about ebay

[mc204689]

Ones on ebay are for the 7.3 and 6.0 guy said could rig it to fit don't think so. Tried Detroit Radiator they only do big rigs. You would think with the number of these trucks on the road someone would make a decent replacement. Think I will check with some off-road shops and see what they have. Thanks again

[muntu]

Your Vehicle
2008 FORD F-250 SUPER DUTY
Submodel: ALL MODELS
Engine Size: 6.4L
A/C: FOR BOTH A/C AND NON A/C VEHICLES

The following radiator(s) were found for your vehicle:
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Specifications
Core Size: 36-11/16 X 27-13/16 X 2-1/4
Inlet Header:
Outlet Header:
Inlet Connection: 1-13/16 DRIVERS SIDE
Outlet Connection: 1-13/16 PASSENGERS SIDE
Transmission Oil Cooler: YES (5 PLATE)
Engine Oil Cooler: N/A
Mounting: CRADLE MOUNT
Notes: TWO ROW PLASTIC TANK/ALUMINUM CORE - see http://www.radiatorbarn.com/438400.pdf

$703.33 2008 FORD F-250 SUPER DUTY radiator
$0.00 FREE Shipping in the Continental United States
$0.00 FREE Lifetime Warranty
-$5.00 Online Discount
$698.33 IS YOUR FINAL COST
Please note that sales tax will be added if you live in FL, GA, SC, NC, AL, TX or NV.
VSP 438400

[mc204689]

Thanks , I had seen that one and assumed since it had plastic tanks would be the same as factory one ?

[reighnman]

I missed the radiator leak when I bought mine , a storm hit 2 minutes before I arrived so everything was dripping... Anyways, just picked up a new upper hose + tstats from rockauto for about $60, and found a used radiator on ebay for $150 which he says is good and pressure tested. Installing this weekend and if everything works out I'll have saved about $1100 bucks over what the dealer wanted.

Going to attempt a driver side blower door motor install also once the radiator is done.............................................. ......................

[mc204689]

Well sir looks like you made out good deal. I just want to upgrade each part that needs replaced. I sent the following to Bullet Proff Diesel and this was their response. Maybe if there is a demand we will get a Bullet Proof Radiator ?

From: Andrew Presley [mailto:andrew@bulletproofdiesel.com]
Sent: Monday, November 07, 2011 3:02 PM
To: campbellm@sbcglobal.net
Subject: 6.4L Radiator
Hi Mike,
At this time I do not have a upgraded radiator for the 6.4L. I am in the works with our radiator supply house to get some all aluminum radiators for the 6.4L. If you want I can put you on the list for one of those. If there is anything else I can do to help, I would be glad to. Thanks

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Andrew Presley
Andrew@BulletProofDiesel.com
888-967-6653