octanejunkie
Elite Member
I wouldn't. Have them ship you a new one and tell them to package it better.
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Which radiator should I buy
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stever1000
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The box said made in Taiwan as well...is this the usual spot for the Denso 221-0508 Radiator?
octanejunkie
Elite Member
That particular one, yes
Check on Camelback. They have the factory denso on sale right now.
I got the same Amazon Denso radiator, no issues after about 2,500 miles
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JRZEE2000TR4LTD
Senior Member
I purchased the Denso off amazon and it arrived with the overflow nipple broken:
Can I use hi-temp adhesive to fix it? Or what can I do?
I had it shipped to a PO box in the US and I drove down to pick it up.
This is exactly what happened to me. I contacted the seller and got a full refund and didn't have to ship it back. I tapped the hole and put a fitting in it and it worked for a while but started to slowly weep. That denso also didn't fit quite right as mentioned in another thread recently. I had to use the brackets off the radiator to make it work. Eventually got another radiator from Camelback. Fit like a glove and well boxed.
That new price at Camelback though should settle the debate on what radiator to get as long as your not in a pinch.
stever1000
New member
Is this one made in Japan?
stever1000
New member
The refund option shows that I still need to return the broken one - how did you not have to return it?
JRZEE2000TR4LTD
Senior Member
They told me not to return it.
cbr900boy
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I don't know, even if it's OEM Toyota you can't assume it's manufactured in Japan.
stever1000
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Ok that's lucky. I bought mine through Amazon.com and they want me to return it. I will give them a call because returning it means 2hours and a trip across the border.
4BUMR
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The Denso on (Amazon Part #221-0508) is made in Taiwan.
I can't speak for durability, but I got mine in yesterday and all bracket holes lined up (not perfect, but definitely close enough to get all screws in) and shipped fairly well. No damage to my unit upon arrival. I don't have any complaints as of yet and will let you guys know if/when I do!!
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I can't speak for durability, but I got mine in yesterday and all bracket holes lined up (not perfect, but definitely close enough to get all screws in) and shipped fairly well. No damage to my unit upon arrival. I don't have any complaints as of yet and will let you guys know if/when I do!!
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stever1000
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I spoke to Amazon customer service and they agreed to refund me without returning the item. I will take it to the recyclers this week.
OffRoadGuy
New member
You're right champion all aluminum radiator on sale $209 plus tax. Lifetime warranty and direct fit. Changing out this weekend
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OffRoadGuy
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I had to make the spacers, but I also had to elongate the holes in the core support where the bolts go through. Not a lot, but enough that I wouldn't call it a drop-in installation...
Glad yours went in more easily. I guess that's the cost of stuff made in China - specs are subject to interpretation...
Glad yours went in more easily. I guess that's the cost of stuff made in China - specs are subject to interpretation...
Road Bull
Senior Member
I had to make the spacers, but I also had to elongate the holes in the core support where the bolts go through. Not a lot, but enough that I wouldn't call it a drop-in installation...
Glad yours went in more easily. I guess that's the cost of stuff made in China - specs are subject to interpretation...
How are your Champion aluminum radiators holding up? I have been trying to read up a little on these vs. the Denso option. Now that it looks like most Dinso are being made in Taiwan, and the price isn't too far apart, I have been giving the Champion option a more serious look. My transmission is bypassed, but I have not replaced my radiator since I purchased it at 185K. I am sitting at 225K and feel it is time to swap a new one in there.
NWFL4Runner
Member
Mine is doing great, got no complaints whatsoever. Would buy it again in a heartbeat.
No problems! Still am very happy with it.
OffRoadGuy
New member
Yeah, its holding up great! Very solid, I'm very happy. On the scan tool, once reaches temp, its hold 188-192'. Highest I've seen it go up was to 194', but it cools off right away. These Champion radiators are Chinese made also.
Going to put one on my tacoma soon.
