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Radiator Replacement

What would the cost of this be?

Went outside to check fluids and noticed my coolant was low and that there was quite a bit of it on the engine and valve cover. It is leaking from the very top of the radiator where it meets the plastic cover.

Hmmm, I see they are $106 @ Advance Auto. Anyone know avg. time required to replace it/cost @ a shop?

dude its so easy, do it yourself.

undo hoses

undo 4 bolts

lift out

put new one in

do 4 bolts

attach hoses

fill with fluid

let run with cap off till the air bubbles stop

done

Thanks Cam!

What about all the coolant? I have never changed the fluid so where do I drain it?
And how many gallons do I need? I would prefer to just get all the old stuff out.

Coolant drains at the bottom with a butterfly screw.

If only you where down here, you would get that radiator for little or nothing.

So when I replace this, will all of the coolant drain out?

Any radiator you guys recommend? I had a couple people tell me to get it off radiatorbarn.com They have 2 versions:

Your Vehicle1997 HONDA ACCORDSubmodel:ALL MODELSEngine Size:2.2LA/C:FOR BOTH A/C AND NON A/C VEHICLES

The following radiator(s) were found for your vehicle:
(scroll down for additional options)

OPTION 1:
ALL METAL (BRASS TANK/COPPER CORE) CONSTRUCTION; 4 CYL http://www.radiatorbarn.com/images_cart/CSF2568.jpg
Specifications Core Size: 13-3/4 X 26-3/4 X 11/16 Inlet Header: 27-3/16 X 1-3/16 Outlet Header: 27-3/16 X 1-9/16 Inlet Connection: 1-1/4 CENTER Outlet Connection: 1-1/4 PASSENGERS SIDE CURVED UP Transmission Oil Cooler: YES Engine Oil Cooler: NONE Mounting: TOP/BOTTOM PIN Notes: ONE ROW, ALL METAL $144.28 1997 HONDA ACCORD radiator $0.00 FREE Shipping in the Continental United States $0.00 FREE Lifetime Warranty -$5.00 Online Discount $139.28 IS YOUR FINAL COST
Please note that sales tax will be added if you live in FL, GA, SC, NC, AL, TX or NV. CSF 2568 OPTION 2:
4 CYL; OE STYLE PLASTIC/ALUMINUM CONSTRUCTION http://www.radiatorbarn.com/images_cart/CSF2568.jpg
Specifications Core Size: 13-3/4 X 26-3/4 X 11/16 Inlet Header: 27-3/16 X 1-3/16 Outlet Header: 27-3/16 X 1-9/16 Inlet Connection: 1-1/4 CENTER Outlet Connection: 1-1/4 PASSENGERS SIDE CURVED UP Transmission Oil Cooler: YES Engine Oil Cooler: NONE Mounting: TOP/BOTTOM PIN Notes: ONE ROW, PLASTIC TANKS/ALUMINUM CORE CONSTRUCTION $79.96 1997 HONDA ACCORD radiator $0.00 FREE Shipping in the Continental United States $0.00 FREE Lifetime Warranty -$5.00 Online Discount $74.96 IS YOUR FINAL COST

And Cam, its not a PITA to get it past the fans?

You drain the coolant from a valve at the bottom of the radiator as chris said.

You may have to take the fans off..............either way its not difficult............or if you just unplug them they will probably come out with the radiator.

Should I replace the hoses and thermostat as well while I am @ it?