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Changing the radiator???


bhoward86
03-18-2005, 11:11 PM
I have a 91 Ford Probe LX and I was wondering how easy it would be to change a radiator or would it just be easier to bring it to a mechanic to have it done? I don't have any type of lift so I would basically just be replacing it on ground level. Would that be possible? Thanks.

stompsfrogs
03-24-2005, 11:59 AM
not too bad, i ripped my radiator out to get to my transaxle. i did it on the ground with a good jack.

shawnwilliams
03-28-2005, 10:56 PM
I did it at ground level it actaully alot easier than everyone thinks. AND a hell of alot cheaper than a mechanic.

Just:
Drain your fluid, remove hoses, undo radiator clips, and fan, take it out put a new 1 in and hook it all back up. It took me about an hour and a half by myself and on ground level, and it was my first time 2.

CwGrL88Chinny
03-31-2005, 08:30 AM
If you change the radiator, do yourself a favor and get new hoses while you are at it. I didn't and had one bust on me while driving......not fun!

shawnwilliams
04-14-2005, 01:08 PM
your old hoses should be ok, but he's right it might be good to upgrade just incase, but if your tight on cash you'll be fine.

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