Hey guys, I'm getting Griffin to make me an oem spec aluminum radiator. I'm getting this with one of the TL guys, even though it's different. Before you guys go on a rant about group buys never working, i am getting this made regardless. They quoted me $300-400 and about 2-3 weeks to make. I want to know if anyone wants one before i make the call.

http://griffinrad.com/

 

Do they have an idea how much more cooling capacity this would add?

 

i dont know we are going to get hard numbers. i want this to OEM spec, as in, this should hold the same capacity as the stock radiator. i feel the stock flows more than enough. the internal design/construction is what will make this a better option. even though capacity may stay the same, or only slightly increase, the cooling will be MUCH more effecient than in a standard design. this in turn should release some lost HP/TQ from hot engines.

guys who will see benefits from this: heavily modded and forced induction. i'm not saying i will see a HP gain. or will i? ;]

sure the mugen thermostat/fan switch will open up at lower temps and effectively cool the engine better, but you are only opening up at a lower temp and allowing the same hot coolant to go in, with the radiator the coolant should be... cooler.

does any of this make sense? lol

 

Yes it does, I was thinking of doing the same thing when I go FI.

 

well do it now and the price will be good. plus griffin is an awesome radiator company so you know its legit.

allout - i forgot to mention griffin uses 1.5" tubing with 2 core system. even if they maintain oem dimensions, this should hold more, not a lot, but id say it would be about 30% more effecient based on all the radiator information i've gathered from different sources.

 

from what ive gathered from a few people, the qouted price range is a really good one as this is a custom radiator. now would be the time for anyone interested to get in.

 

Sounds good, i'm in.

 

I can only imagine that cooling temps are going to be extremely low.

 

so its me, njzprettyboy, and withoutcomp1. the more the merrier.

 

sounds good to me, count me in.

 

put me in as a maybe. I'll let you know by next week.

Take paypal?

 

I think I am in ,pricing $300.00 or $400.00

 

john please clear PMs.

 

Sharrod... isn't this gonna be a problem for us with a supercharger... you stated something about the fan shrouds already having to be trimmed as is.

 

to address the issue with those with the supercharger...

i met with withoutcomp1 and we measured and looked over the situation. the fans are going to be the least of the problems. if anything you may need to trim down the plastic fan shroud but it won't be a major issue. the main area in question is the radiator hose. we plan to keep stock location except angle the spout downward. this should resolve any clearance issues. enjoy guys. PM me if you want more details.

 

just letting you guys know i got a core down there. this will fit the 01-03 CL, so if you are interested please let me know asap.

 

Anybody that is worried about cooling issues while being FI, please chime in on this!

 

It's been a while....sorry for digging old stuff up. Any news Mr. J?

 

it's sitting on my pile of things to install. i ran a test fitment back at the beginning of december and some adjustments had to be made, i got it back mid january, now i just need a day to reinstall. this one should come pretty soon. keep an eye out. ;]

 

I got mine in...seems to be OK. As to whether or not a change over stock...Im not sure, bc Im not too technical and am not sure how to measure the change. But it sure looks cool lol

 

now that we're checking on other's group buys, what happened to the one for Mugen?

 

I'm interested... since I'm going to keep the CL until it dies lol...

 

Once CleanCL does his test fitment I am going to put a GB together. I had one made for njz... and CleanCL. I will put prices up later.

 

And some detailed pics would be cool as well.

 

i got that covered

 

Pics?

 

once it's installed ;]

 

I would love to see a picture of it outside of the car

 

Hey CleanCL do you think this will help solve the problem people with S/C?

http://store.summitracing.com/partde...5&autoview=sku

 

i'm not 100% sure the fans are the issue. the inlet spout def is an issue tho. but griffin can easily do a 90 degree spout. no worries.

 

You're a turkey...hurry up already

 

GM#2. ahem:

 

my fault for digging up old stuff...lol

 

soo, it's not happening?

sorry this is a little off of the topic, Jeremy.

 

you got pmed

 

How long are we looking at ?
?

 

well we just got dumped on with snow and sleet. i just need a good day to do the install. i dont even mind the cold so much. within a week or two.

 

anyone want pics of mine? I have some up in the TL photo gall..

 

werd. chirag is a baller. he's the one who got me hooked into this project. lol. i got some photos out of the car. i think i'm gonna do the radiator swap tomorrow. stay tuned.

 

I am interested but i have an 02 accord