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Post by jeepguy on Apr 12, 2005 10:26:48 GMT -3
I have a 97 4.0 XJ. I need a new radiatior. I dont have the tools to do the job myself. My local garage says 400 for parts and labor. Any thoughts on how to do this cheaper? I was wondering if I could get one used or from a catalog and then bring it to a shop for install. Any thoughts? Thank you very much.
D.
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Post by bluerocket on Apr 12, 2005 10:53:01 GMT -3
I paid less than 150 for my radiator NEW and its a 3 core instead of the weak factory 2 core. The only tools you need are plyers for the radiator hoses, a 10mm socket for the bolts that hold in the brace and something to open the filler plug. If your jeep is an automatic you will need open ended wrenches to disconnect the transmission cooler lines. Its really not hard if you have somewhere to do it.
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Post by XfaCtoR on Apr 12, 2005 10:56:47 GMT -3
ask around..im sure someone here will do it for a few beers
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Post by 1BadTJ on Apr 12, 2005 10:57:06 GMT -3
buy the tools....... you wont regret it.
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Post by jeepguy on Apr 12, 2005 11:17:34 GMT -3
Thanks for the input guys. I have to be honest here, I have no clue on how to intstall a radiatior. If i get a Chiltons from the library, do you think its pretty straight forward from there? Is it possible to screw it up, and make matters worse? It sure would be nice to spend 150 instead of 400!
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Post by bluerocket on Apr 12, 2005 11:40:52 GMT -3
Where do you live? I'm sure someone would be willing to help ya out, I will if I have time I did the radiator in my XJ in november. I've got the tools to do it.
As far as screwing it up, that would be kind of hard the worst thing would be if its an auto and you snapped the transmission line connectors off on the old radiator.
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Post by 1BadTJ on Apr 12, 2005 11:49:46 GMT -3
buy the parts, get a MANUAL, we will be more than happy to help you install it.
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Post by axle on Apr 12, 2005 12:49:34 GMT -3
I would be happy to help, i'm in RI.
Bob
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Post by jeepguy on Apr 12, 2005 13:57:04 GMT -3
Wow, this is very nice of everyone to offer to help. I would be more than happy to bring the parts, a Chiltons and some beer if someone was willing to guide me. I live in North Andover Ma, but would be willing drive to wherever for some help. Thanks for all offers. D.
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Post by jps4jeep on Apr 12, 2005 14:51:20 GMT -3
i am in wakefield and can help. As for tools you only need a couple hand tools, a 5 gallon bucket, gallon of distilled water, gallon of anit freeze, empty gallon jug (to mix in) and a new radiator. I swapped mine in about a hour, and that is only cause they accidentally sent me a radiator for a auto, and no plugs for the tranny lines, so I had to ride my bike to the parts store.
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Post by jeepguy on Apr 12, 2005 16:44:40 GMT -3
Thank you everyone! I am going to get a radiator, a manual and some beer. Then perhaps I can get the project started myself. If I could persuade someone to stop by and check my work, that would be awesome! I will repost when I have my ducks in order. Thank you everyone. D.
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Post by xdgedgex on Apr 12, 2005 16:46:32 GMT -3
i got a metal 3core delivered the next day from www.radiators.com i think, or was it 1800 radiator?  |
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Post by J.T.Woody on Apr 12, 2005 16:49:54 GMT -3
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Post by mmagnumpi9 on Apr 12, 2005 17:57:33 GMT -3
My parents house is in andover and I am home most weekends to work on the jeeps or go wheeling. Let me know if you need a hand. I've done a few, it only takes about an hour and should cost around 150 in parts.
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Post by slab42 on Apr 12, 2005 22:43:45 GMT -3
I have done 3 radiators on TJ/YJs, but I think they are the same as an XJ. An air ratchet definitly comes in handy for the lower bolts! real easy to do, I live in gloucester, and have an air compressor and air ratchet, if you wanna come by, we could have it done in an hour. www.radiator.com is the same as 800radiator I believe. that is where I got mine... under $200. dont bother getting a manual if this is the only thing you plan on doing yourself. it is real easy, 2 hoses (and 2 fittings if you have an auto) and i think 8 bolts holding the fan shroud and radiator in. that is it! just get a gallon of antifreeze (i got 2 last time, just in case you spill some) a catch basin with a wide opening for the old coolant, and some beer. the beer helps lubricate the wheels in your head, to help you work better! if it is an auto, i would make sure that you get the info on the tranny cooler... I have never done a radiator on an auto. i think you just have tranny fluid drain out from the lower chamber, and then top off the tranny when you are done with the swap. so if it is auto, get a quart of tranny fluid too! |
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