osiris the virus

what's up, people... i'm new here, and i gotta problem
my radiator's busted... not to the point that it's affecting my engine badly, and i still get heat, but it's leaking, and it's ugly, sometimes smoking- i guess from the anti-freeze hitting the headers and such
i know i should probably just get a new one, but i was wondering if anyone has had the same thing happen; how much they spent; if they went OE or aftermarket; and where they found it (website, dealer, NAPA, etc.)

it's a 97 2.2L 4cyl manual if that helps
thanks

chococat403

Honda radiators are notorious for cracking at the fan shroud mounts and for the end tanks separating. So, to answer your question, yes, it is a common thing. So, you have two options. You can go and get a OEM radiator for about $298.00, or you can get the Visteon aftermarket unit for around $100.00. I hope that helps. Oh yeah, by the way, I am a tech so I see a lot of that stuff. Later!

osiris the virus

thanks a lot
wound up finding one for $109.00 shipped, lifetime warranty
and since it's a common thing, guess i'm glad it ain't me

well, it's off to get it installed
can't wait to drive her again
god, i miss my baby girl

krazy99cl

check your oil...see if the anti-freeze mixed in...should like regular oil and not a milk shake......it looks like a milk shake then dyme your screwed...just a precautionary measure to look at...good luck