Miata Mailing List: February 1999, Message #247

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Aftermarket heavy duty radiator from PBC under 200 bucks!

Gus Harris wrote:

> 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

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