Hello everyone.

First of all, I hope I've posted this in the correct section. Forgive me If I haven't. I'm ok with it being moved to its correct forum section if need be.

Anyways, I own a 2005 Acura TSX. This car has been great to me since I purchased it used from a buddy just over a year ago. It's fulfilled its job quite well, while sparing me any headache. However, just yesterday my car overheated on me. When I got home I inspected its radiator and found that this part was to blame. It showed signs of leakage and a majority of the fins were severely bent. I know that replacement is my only option at this point, but before I do so, I'd like some advice. I've decided to purchase an aftermarket version online, but don't know which companies are reputable. I've found two that I particularly like but before I buy from one of them, I'd like some sort of verification that they are a legitimate business. I almost never buy anything online so I don't know how to spot a scam, and I can't afford to be scammed.

Has anyone dealt with either of the following companies and can verify that they are a legitimate company? The parts on each site match the OEM number of the part I need.. Thanks in advance.


http://www.dealerdirectparts.com/Pro...RA-57441-TSX-4
or
http://www.radiatorspot.com/acura/ts...r=2005#MjM2OTg

 

Find a local radiator shop instead.

 

I couldn't open the first link, but I did look at the second one (www. radiatorspot.com). That's a great price and they ship for free ($103.47 for the Spectra premium)(I say that because I compared the price to Rock Auto who I've found to have really good prices too)(they're at $116.79 + over $10 to ship). It also has a two year full replacement warranty. I buy a ton of stuff online and I'd probably be all over this deal. FYI, the Honda replacement is around $250 (for those that might be curious). All that said, how did your radiator get so messed up? (and it has to be the engine side, since the AC condensor is up tight against the front side).