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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 03:16 PM
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Question Upgrade radiator for JK

Anyone know of a triple-core, aluminum, or any other performance radiators for JKs. I've been searching around but came up blank. I need something that just bolts on. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 03:48 PM
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has your radiator sprung a leak already? if so, i would think you should be able to get that taken care of under warranty. if not, you shouldn't need an upgraded radiator and even if you did, a 3 core isn't necessarily better for cooling. in any case, there are none out there that i am aware of anyway.
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 03:54 PM
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Griffin pro series direct fit hi-performance radiators... through Quadratec! page #262 of their 2008 Holiday Edition catalog, check it out! For the JK $599
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 04:24 PM
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Thanks serveapurpose. Experience has shown me that when you run a 8274 on a Jeep across very hot long distances, you need a better radiator. In this case I'm even running a tranny cooler and ac. Something I didn't have in my TJ and it needed the triple core. Made all the difference. JKs may have better cooling but I really don't want to find out in the middle of the Sahara
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 04:32 PM
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Originally Posted by serveapurpose
Griffin pro series direct fit hi-performance radiators... through Quadratec! page #262 of their 2008 Holiday Edition catalog, check it out! For the JK $599
no way - that's very cool (no pun intended) and griffin makes great radiators - pricey but nice.

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Thanks serveapurpose. Experience has shown me that when you run a 8274 on a Jeep across very hot long distances, you need a better radiator. In this case I'm even running a tranny cooler and ac. Something I didn't have in my TJ and it needed the triple core. Made all the difference. JKs may have better cooling but I really don't want to find out in the middle of the Sahara
actually, if you can mount the 8274 between the frame rails, you won't be blocking your radiator very much and the JK is in now way a TJ, trust me, i still own both and understand your concerns.
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 04:38 PM
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Griffin pro series does have the AC condenser but with two 1 in cores.

http://www.quadratec.com/products/51210_221_07.htm


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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 04:48 PM
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I wasn't sure on all the specs as I have been back and forth between the fires and JK-forum. My place is about 10 miles due south of the Yorba fire ! So, I am keeping an eye out on that too.

I just remembered seeing it in the Catalog... I think I like it too

Recon where in Irvine are you? I'm off Portola and the 261 tollroad...
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 05:47 PM
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Originally Posted by serveapurpose
Recon where in Irvine are you? I'm off Portola and the 261 tollroad...
I'm just off the 261 and Irvine
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 06:15 PM
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Right down the way from me! If you see me around say hello... and come and join us at the Suds-n-Grub.
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 06:33 PM
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Don't look for me in the JK cause it's overseas. I drive an H3 here. Dark grey, no bling, and with a support the troops ribbon in the back.

Where's the Suds-n-Grub? Is that your place? If it's yours or you work there, I'll take you up on the offer. I'm all for supporting local business. Especially if they wheel
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