Mine has deteriorated to the point that I just pulled it out while changing my oil. Do I need to replace or forget about it. ‘10 with 150k miles. Thanks!
Radiator Foam Tape
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Replace it for sure, it's easy. The cooler it runs the better off you'll be.
Is that the original radiator? No crack yet?
Note that a lot of hardware store foam tape will have trouble with the temperatures produced by the upper rad tank. Even if the foam survives the adhesive will likely be a battle.
The OE part number is 16465-50370 and very cheap.
I'd recommend loosening the top radiator mount bolts in the core support to slightly tilt it back and get the area cleaned well, and make room to install it straight.
Note that a lot of hardware store foam tape will have trouble with the temperatures produced by the upper rad tank. Even if the foam survives the adhesive will likely be a battle.
The OE part number is 16465-50370 and very cheap.
I'd recommend loosening the top radiator mount bolts in the core support to slightly tilt it back and get the area cleaned well, and make room to install it straight.
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Thanks for response and the part number. I tow a lot so I’ll replace it. Radiator was replaced about 5 years ago when I hit a deer so hopefully I’ll get some more life out of it!
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I replaced the foam tape with the OEM tape, easy job!
can you explain the steps of the process? for example, how did you remove the former foam glue from the radiator head?
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It’s been a while but I remember removing the tape residue with alcohol and then installing the new foam tape. I don’t own that vehicle any longer so no clue how it held up!