anyone know if you can replace the main rad without losing the a/c gas? (due to the fact the condenser is bolted to the rad) Mine is f****g leaking!
Simon
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Simon
'93ABY
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As David says, IME you need to have some string on a bungee handy to "tie" the AC rad out of the way once you have unclipped it from the main rad etc.
But yes it is possible without a re gas but I would allow 4 hours
cheers,
Steve.The Perfectionist
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no problem at all, like every one else said its a time consuming job!! bungee not essential but would be a great help!!
if you are replacing the current rad with a Nissens then take the time to re-tapp all the mounting hole's around the edge, will save swearing and time!!1995 B4 Audi 80 S2 avant 267bhp and 326lbft *sold*
2001 P38 Range Rover DHSE 159bhp and 255lbft
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thanx
thanx for the tips guys, one more thing, where is best place to get new rad? I was thinking of a re-core from serck but if likes of GSF or VAG parts do complete new units for reasonable cost.........?
Simon
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if you buy from GSF its likely you will get a Nissens, i personally haven't had any problems with them but some people on here wouldnt recommend them. Think they are around £110 from GSF, but not sure how much from VAG, maybe worth a phone call.1995 B4 Audi 80 S2 avant 267bhp and 326lbft *sold*
2001 P38 Range Rover DHSE 159bhp and 255lbft
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I got mine re-cored for £100. Ended up being a lot heavier (it's now a copper and brass core) but I got a 2 year guarantee with it and so far it's been fine.
I'm going to do the same with my aux rad when i come to do my next coolant change as all the fins are falling out!Comment
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Dpicariello, have you got any pics of the re-cored rad?
how long did it take them to get it back to you?
Jose.1995 B4 Audi 80 S2 avant 267bhp and 326lbft *sold*
2001 P38 Range Rover DHSE 159bhp and 255lbft
1985 Type85 Audi 90 quattro 135bhp 140lbftComment
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Not got any pics of the rad whilst it was out, should've taken some I know. I can get one for you as it sits in the car but to be honest there's nothing particularly different about it.
The chap did mine in a day, he was very good. It's worth replacing the 3 rubber mounts (bottom, side and top) as well but these are about £3 from GSF.Comment
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i should have kept my old rad and got that re-cored........!1995 B4 Audi 80 S2 avant 267bhp and 326lbft *sold*
2001 P38 Range Rover DHSE 159bhp and 255lbft
1985 Type85 Audi 90 quattro 135bhp 140lbftComment
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Depends on where you rad has failed. Most common failure is the plastic end tanks in which case the rad can't be recored.Comment
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in that case i done the right thing............binned it!!
thanks jamo.1995 B4 Audi 80 S2 avant 267bhp and 326lbft *sold*
2001 P38 Range Rover DHSE 159bhp and 255lbft
1985 Type85 Audi 90 quattro 135bhp 140lbftComment
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