No, the gap got a hair less but there's still a gap. Good point, I need to look at this more.
Looking at the old radiator, the bolt hole is raised like this one, but the aluminum body portion extends out too, so it appears the fan shroud would fit flush.
On this radiator I may consider...
The PO had 2 new Gates hoses put on about 2 years ago. Because of the water inlet issues, I also ordered 2 new OEM hoses.
So... other than trying the Gates hoses for a test fit on the radiator (seems fine) I won’t know for sure about fitment until I get the OEM hoses and do a vacuum leak test.
Did the install and Heater T's yesterday. Ordered 1 wrong hose and discovered the tiny leak at the water inlet was due to bad pitting on the inlet. So need to wait for parts to come in to finish the radiator installation.
But here are my fitment results so far:
1. Only found 2 very minor...
I didn't get a chance to install it this weekend. I'm waiting for a vacuum filler to come in. I did unbox it, and it was shipped/packed very well. There were a few slightly bent fins, but I think it's to be expected?
It came with a new Mishimoto radiator cap, foam for the top of the radiator...
I'm taking the leap of faith. I just placed an order for one on pre-sale. I talked with them and they say they are in manufacturing now, and should ship mid-to-late this month. Supposedly, since they have years of experience making an oem style radiator (aluminum body with plastic) for the...