mishimoto radiator
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I was thinking about buying one as well, but the Mishimoto only has about 7.5 fins per inch versus the 20 (or so) fins per inch that the other brands have.
For those who are using a Mishimoto, how well does it cool? Do you notice an increase in temps given the fact that is has less then half of the "normal" fins per inch that the stock (and other brands) have?
For those who are using a Mishimoto, how well does it cool? Do you notice an increase in temps given the fact that is has less then half of the "normal" fins per inch that the stock (and other brands) have?
what radiators have 20+ fins per square inch?
The Mishimoto is also a 3 Row. Where as the others are 2.........
The Mishimoto is also a 3 Row. Where as the others are 2.........
Well, I can tell you that the one that I got last week will not fit without major modifications. I have been in touch with Mishimoto and they are working on the problem, which seems to be a labeling issue.
Sean (funky_monkey58) has had 3 and they all fit perfectly the first time. We'll see if the next unit is a proper Supra unit when it arrives. I would wait for a week or two to make sure all the distributors have the correct radiator for you.
Sean (funky_monkey58) has had 3 and they all fit perfectly the first time. We'll see if the next unit is a proper Supra unit when it arrives. I would wait for a week or two to make sure all the distributors have the correct radiator for you.
I have one. It's a nice looking piece. I compared to the stock shroud and seems to line up as good as possible. I have also herd of people getting radiators that the bottom pins don't line up with the factory mounts on the bottom but I compared mine to stock and they lined up perfect. Here's some pics comparing my Mishimoto to stock.
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Unless they have fixed all the issues (upper mounts, lower rad support clearance, fan shroud mounts, leaky drain plug) like mine had, pass. If I had to do it all over again, I would have sprung for the koyo the first time and actualy saved money.
^That has all been fixed and some teflon tape would have solved that issue.
If you still have your mishimoto; contact them and tell them your issues and they'll send you another.
If you still have your mishimoto; contact them and tell them your issues and they'll send you another.
Awesome Radiator, I live in Phoenix and my car does not run hot anymore, and not to mention when you pop your hood everyone is like "dude that thing is huge" lol. but anyways I bought mine from our local shop check it out
http://www.umstuning.com/index.php?option=com_wrapper&view=wrapper&Itemid=66
http://www.umstuning.com/index.php?option=com_wrapper&view=wrapper&Itemid=66
Zumtizzle;1416809 said:
I'm just going by what I seen in this post. If you have any pics or facts to prove otherwise, I'd love to see them, as I was really considering purchasing a Mishimoto until I read this post. If it cools better then stock, I thinks it's a great radiator for the price.
ma71supraturbo said:
If you are on the edge I would say the mishimoto is a good piece but they have had their issues with quality control. However they are very good about replacing units that are not 100% and offer an unconditional no questions asked warranty. Crash your car they will replace the radiator type of jazz.
CTsupra
Supramania Contributor
Off the shelf mishimotos are 2-row now. You have to specifically ask for the 3-row and they are not necessarily better.
I also would appreciate some statements on this radiator. :wavey:
I live in germany and no shop has it, so I have to buy it in the US. Some shops here have Koyos or Fluidynes, but they cost a lot more than this one. First because of shipping costs and second because of taxes (3,5 % customs duty and 19 % VAT on top of the selling price + shipping cost).
So you can't get a Fluidyne here for less than 500 € (731 $). :icon_sad:
All in all the Mishimoto would cost 320 € (469 $). Quite a difference. :biglaugh:
I live in germany and no shop has it, so I have to buy it in the US. Some shops here have Koyos or Fluidynes, but they cost a lot more than this one. First because of shipping costs and second because of taxes (3,5 % customs duty and 19 % VAT on top of the selling price + shipping cost).
So you can't get a Fluidyne here for less than 500 € (731 $). :icon_sad:
All in all the Mishimoto would cost 320 € (469 $). Quite a difference. :biglaugh:
If anyone with a mishimoto can actually count their fins/inch I'd appreciate it. I got 7.25 from their website, but maybe thats supposed to be 17.25?
Looks like the 7 Fin per inch myth has been busted.
If you bought it last month; it'll be the new one. But to make sure does it take top mounts?
If you bought it last month; it'll be the new one. But to make sure does it take top mounts?
Zumtizzle;1417907 said:
If you took at a roughly 1.25 inch diameter pipe and cut it in half lenth wise so your left with two half circular pieces of aluminum, it has something to that extent welded into the top on either side. ill grab a picture later.