Wookiee Fury Posted March 26, 2016 Share Posted March 26, 2016 The top plastic piece of my radiator has developed a hairline crack. It is weeping when the car gets up to operating temperature and running. I have patched it and I am looking at replacement options. I'd like to order something A.S.A.P to avoid the leak getting worse/tank rupturing. I'm currently stage 2, but I really don't need anything other than an aftermarket OEM replacement. I had read that the 08+ WRX radiators work for the MT cars. Is this accurate? Im looking it this one: [ame=http://www.amazon.com/Spectra-Premium-CU13091-Complete-Radiator/dp/B0049QINFK/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1459025134&sr=1-1&keywords=cu13091]Amazon.com: Spectra Premium CU13091 Complete Radiator for Subaru Impreza: Automotive[/ame] Has anyone had tried this one? Is it a direct fit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahooNo2 Posted March 27, 2016 Share Posted March 27, 2016 it should fit I just bought a 2008 wrx sti radiator from rock auto but have not yet installed it because the core size advertised for it didnt match the description... advertised as 1 inch core but its a 5/8inch core.... http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=3607740&cc=1440451&jnid=359&jpid=1 debating to send back for one with a 3/4 inch core: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=3607626&cc=1430733&jnid=378&jpid=2 anyway... heres a picture of it with some measurements for you in inches total width is 28.25 distance between bottom posts is 21.5 distance between top posts is 24.5 hoses are 1.5 distance from left of picture to center of top hose is 12 inches thickness of top of tank with crimp is 1.5 top posts are recessed in by .75 if you need other pics or measurements let me know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookiee Fury Posted March 28, 2016 Author Share Posted March 28, 2016 Thanks! I really appreciate it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 PM Underdog and have him get you one that we know works. I got my Mishimoto from him. I got the big one, but they make a OEM replacement too. He has good pricing too. You can also check out JmP's sticky up top, for various parts that work. Lots of good info there. http://www.mishimoto.com/subaru-radiator-performance-aluminum.html 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheMonaLisa Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160328/c7f69e1eaf960930ae2835d82aa2ae2c.jpg The Koyo all aluminum radiator is an option. Fits manual trans only. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WahooNo2 Posted March 28, 2016 Share Posted March 28, 2016 Ooooh Shiny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soarin Posted March 29, 2016 Share Posted March 29, 2016 Just for information I have a beautiful Mishimoto aluminium radiator in my 06 LGT. It's for a manual only 2008-2011 WRX and it fits pretty well. Just check the clearances around the PS pulley and the stock radiator fans. I love the thing and the lifetime warranty too. That Koyo is beautiful too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Surfcast23 Posted January 2, 2019 Share Posted January 2, 2019 it should fit I just bought a 2008 wrx sti radiator from rock auto but have not yet installed it because the core size advertised for it didnt match the description... advertised as 1 inch core but its a 5/8inch core.... http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=3607740&cc=1440451&jnid=359&jpid=1 debating to send back for one with a 3/4 inch core: http://www.rockauto.com/catalog/moreinfo.php?pk=3607626&cc=1430733&jnid=378&jpid=2 anyway... heres a picture of it with some measurements for you in inches total width is 28.25 distance between bottom posts is 21.5 distance between top posts is 24.5 hoses are 1.5 distance from left of picture to center of top hose is 12 inches thickness of top of tank with crimp is 1.5 top posts are recessed in by .75 if you need other pics or measurements let me know Did you end up installing the 1" or getting the 3/4"? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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