Radiators Aluminum vs. Copper

fmlewis · 09-27-2012, 12:30 PM

I am on the market for a radiator for the jeep. Mine sprung a leak recently and I had it repaired once a while back but I think after almost 30years its time to get replaced.

So I was wondering aluminum vs. copper, pros / cons, life expectancy, brands to stay away from, etc.

I can pick up an aluminum one from Shepherd Autoparts for $165 or a replacement copper one for around $200.

I have heard issues of corrosion in aluminum versions but I like the better heat dissipation. I am considering upgrading from a 2core to a 3core.

I'm running a mildly built 258.

09-27-2012, 12:30 PM	#1
fmlewis The best damn Engineer!!! Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Fairfield Posts: 135	Radiators Aluminum vs. Copper I am on the market for a radiator for the jeep. Mine sprung a leak recently and I had it repaired once a while back but I think after almost 30years its time to get replaced. So I was wondering aluminum vs. copper, pros / cons, life expectancy, brands to stay away from, etc. I can pick up an aluminum one from Shepherd Autoparts for $165 or a replacement copper one for around $200. I have heard issues of corrosion in aluminum versions but I like the better heat dissipation. I am considering upgrading from a 2core to a 3core. I'm running a mildly built 258.