MG ZS180 MK2 Radiator

[kkman]

MG ZS180 MK2 Radiator

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BMC induction broke the radiator =.=

so need a MG ZS180 MK2 Radiator

[stamford]

Get it re-cored, BMC didn't break it!

[kkman]

Get it re-cored, BMC didn't break it!

Hi Stamford

how to re-cored? take the bumper off then the radiator off?

then use some material to fix the leaks?

Cheers

Kai

[ZS]

Kai,

Recoring is not something you can do yourself... you need to take it to a specialist to recore it for you...

[kkman]

Kai,

Recoring is not something you can do yourself... you need to take it to a specialist to recore it for you...

How is the re-cored(reconditioning) cost comparing with replacing the old one by this
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/MG-ZS-2-5-V6-180-AIRCON-RADIATOR-AND-FAN-PACK-/370486327351?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item5642b4b837

Halfrod told me no part available, they will do reconditionin which costs ?390.

I refused.

[peterzs]

If you have a look around your area for a car radiator repairer, they de-solder the header tank and the bottom tank, Then they put a new core in between and solder it all up.

Its usually the core that gets blocked, doing it this way you get all the pipe connectors and fittings the same as your original rad.

Shouldnt be more than a new rad and can be cheaper.

There will be a scrap value on the old rad, whatever way you go.

Best of luck with the search.

:-D:-D:-D

[ZS]

How is the re-cored(reconditioning) cost comparing with replacing the old one by this
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/MG-ZS-2-5-V6-180-AIRCON-RADIATOR-AND-FAN-PACK-/370486327351?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item5642b4b837

Halfrod told me no part available, they will do reconditionin which costs ?390.

I refused.

I'd give some of these guys a call and as for some quotes... http://www.tyneside.com/local/Motoring/Car_Repairs/Car_Radiator_Servicing_and_Repairs/

[kkman]

I'd give some of these guys a call and as for some quotes... http://www.tyneside.com/local/Motoring/Car_Repairs/Car_Radiator_Servicing_and_Repairs/

that's great, I'd give them a call one by one

thanks ZS

[rakester]

How did a BMC break the radiator?

[kkman]

How did a BMC break the radiator?

the area of the radiator in MK2 is strictive...compared with mk1, so the airbox is rubbing the rad

[ZS]

the area of the radiator in MK2 is strictive...compared with mk1, so the airbox is rubbing the rad

When I first fitted my BMC it was touching the Radiator, knowing this was bad I trimmed the Silicone hose and moved it away from the rad, loads of space now.

I don't think there is much difference between the two cars TBH, however if there is then I can't see it being that much at all... in which case my BMC would still be fine in a MK2

[kkman]

When I first fitted my BMC it was touching the Radiator, knowing this was bad I trimmed the Silicone hose and moved it away from the rad, loads of space now.

I don't think there is much difference between the two cars TBH, however if there is then I can't see it being that much at all... in which case my BMC would still be fine in a MK2

could u plz tell me how to trim the silicon hose

Do I need a metal sleeve connector between the oe pipe and the silicon

hose. which one should I buy?

Will get a radiator this Friday, don't really wanna make another mistake. would be appreciated.



Cheers

kai

[stamford]

How it's mounted will determine the install, are you using the OE bendy induction pipe or a 90deg elbow from throttle body to cannistor? I bought a longer leg 90deg elbow and trimmed it back until I had the right amount of clearance.

[Maxfly]

the area of the radiator in MK2 is strictive...compared with mk1, so the airbox is rubbing the rad

honestly mate the space available is exactly the same mk1 and mk2. Your maybe thinking about your old mk1 which is the 1.8 4 pot k series which will have more room as it has a different engine.

[Bobdope2002]

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