Well, my radiator's got multiple cracks in the plastic tanks on both sides. I did some looking around and found some aftermarket plastic-tanked radiators for around the $500 mark (and a few sketchy ebay/etc. ones for around $200). Does anyone make an all aluminum radiator for these, or are there any better options than paying $500 for a plastic one? I plan to contact Griffin Performance to get a quote on having them build me a custom one, but just wanted to check with you guys first to see if there was an easier (or potentially cheaper) option.

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2010 Mercedes E350 4Matic - 77k miles
1986.5 Nissan D21 V6 4x4 - 276k miles
1987 Mercedes 190D 2.5 Turbo - 3??k miles
1983 Mercedes 300SD turbo parts car
2017 Honda CBR500R - 15k miles
2016 Suzuki GSX S1000 - 9k miles

The plastic tank radiator is original to the car. There's nothing wrong with it. The original lasted me 20 years, I replaced it with a Behr 10 years ago and it's still fine. If you want a custom aluminum one, I can build one for you, it certainly wouldn't be cheaper. I didn't even make one for my own car.There are Chinese brands that sell in the $350 range, I think that's all that's out there at the moment.

Just a tip..the upper and lower hoses are NLA, so start hunting.

PM sent regarding the radiator. Good info on the hoses, I almost threw mine out (they seem ok at the moment) but decided against it. I'll hold onto them for reference until I can find something to replace them.

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2010 Mercedes E350 4Matic - 77k miles
1986.5 Nissan D21 V6 4x4 - 276k miles
1987 Mercedes 190D 2.5 Turbo - 3??k miles
1983 Mercedes 300SD turbo parts car
2017 Honda CBR500R - 15k miles
2016 Suzuki GSX S1000 - 9k miles

http://shop.hosecandy.com/rad-hose-kits/


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Check out this link. 190E radiator may fit. I use 190E radiator in my 2.2 diesel. Yours is 2.5 so I am not sure.

http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/diesel-discussion/141037-radiator-compatibility-190d-vs-190e.html

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Not MBZ nor A/C trained professional but a die-hard DIY and green engineer. Use the info at your own peril. Picked up 2 Infractions because of disagreements. NOW reversed.

W124 Keyless remote, PM for details. http://www.peachparts.com/shopforum/mercedes-used-parts-sale-wanted/334620-fs-w124-chasis-keyless-remote-%2450-shipped.html

1 X 2006 CDI
1 x 87 300SDL
1 x 87 300D
1 x 87 300TDT wagon
1 x 83 300D
1 x 84 190D ( 5 sp ) - All R134 converted + keyless entry.

Just be careful about this stuff. The original radiator is 2015009103, it's taller than the regular 2.5. The turbo cars have a different radiator frame to accomodate. Not sure if any other radiator is compatible.

Same for hoses. The bottom hose is a "Y", with some unique bends. Not so easy to find a substitute. You may be able to get a generic flex hose to fit the top, but the original has seemingly insignificant bends on each end that help it clear the PS pulley.

I'm in the same boat. Have a 190d turbo, can't find a radiator. I've also been considering an all aluminum unit.

I don't know how many of these cars are still on the road but maybe can place a bulk order and get a price break.

Also, I have swapped in a manual trans so I have no need for a tranny cooler.