Miata Mailing List: February 1999, Message #238

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Hi all.  Gus Harris here.  Many of you might remember me.  I used to be on
the list but had to unsubscribe because of the mail load.  Anyway, I'm
mailing you folks to see if somebody can give me some info.  I have a 90 B
package Miata.  156,000 miles and still going strong!

Well, problem is...yesterday I was checking the oil and noticed a small wet
spot on the top of my radiator...directly forward of where the upper hose
connects.  Turns out it's a small crack in the radiator.  So, guess I'll
have to replace the radiator.  As usual the cost from a Mazda dealership is
outrageous....over $300!  My question:  Does anyone know of any other source
where I might get the radiator at a better price?  Roebuck Mazda has given
me the best price so far....with the club discount.  But it's still a bit
high at around $300 plus shipping.  I wouldn't mind a good used one...if I
could be reasonably sure it's in good shape.  Any info that you folks can
provide, new or used, will be most appreciated!  I'm not on the list so
please email me directly: GHARRIS@UWF.EDU.

Also, any tips on the installation/replacement would be appreciated.  I have
the manual so don't think I'll have a problem...but you never know.

Hey, thanks in advance and you folks have a great day!

Gus
90 B package Miata, standard trans, air conditioning
Pensacola, FL
GHARRIS@UWF.EDU