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DA Radiator install into EF (ED6)
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My ED6 overheats on hot summer track days at a low speed track.
But that's only after 15 hard laps. So I wasn't inclined
to fix this problem. But then the odor of coolant kept
wafting through the car cabin, so I popped the hood and saw this:
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Leaking fissures in the plastic, not good one week before two track days!
Note: the B-series hose is a little large for the D-series radiator.
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After some researching on hybrids.jp and honda-tech.com, I concluded
a DA (90-93 Integra) radiator is the best solution for the dollar.
Eventually I may upgrade to a Koyo Aluminum or Fluidyne, but these
are very expensive. Going with a generic/aftermarket unit will
only cost $100 or so. Upgrading to DX/Si radiator is another
option, but the DA is the same price and more capacity! And
it's sized correctly for a B-series engine.
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Parts
| Modine 90-93 Integra radiator | PN 2246 | $100
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| Stant Radiator Cap (13psi) | Pep Boys PN 0-33342-13027 | $7
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| Radiator Brackets
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74171-SH3-010 Right
74176-SH3-010 Left
| $7.30 each
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Modine has one of the best reputations in the aftermarket sector.
This radiator came with block off plugs for the AT coolant feed.
It also included bolts/nuts to mount the No. 1 fan, it's design
disallows the reuse of the Honda 10mm bolts.
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But where to buy one? Quite a few Internet suppliers can deliver
radiators quickly. I lucked out and sourced mine locally.
I got a unit manufactured by Modine. They have a great reputation
amongst the aftermarket OEM-style manufacturers.
Some comparison shots of the Std. radiator versus the DA radiator. Thicker and wider!
NOTE: It will place the fans much closer to the engine! Make sure you have enough
clearance!
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WARNING! In my experience, Honda has two radiator/fan combinations
in 88-91 Civic/CRX. The fan shroud may have a different mounting style,
so you may need to modify or get a different fan depending on your car.
I got lucky and my fan worked with the 90-93 radiator.
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Removal
Installation
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Pretty much the reverse of removal. Some important notes:
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Make sure the lower radiator bushings are in place
when installing the new radiator.
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Don't bend the new radiator fins when installing.
Be careful! You may want to use some cardboard to
protect it during install.
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Don't forget about the fan shroud's locating bushings!
Make sure they don't fall out accidentally during
reinstallation.
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I installed the No. 1 fan by forcing the top mounts
under the radiator's mounting tabs. This
allowed the shroud to sit a little more flush
on the radiator and be further away from the engine.
It's a tight fit!
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I plan on removing my AC. So I didn't reinstall the
No. 2 fan. If you put it back in, it maybe a tight fit!
Beware!
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Do not overtighten the bleeder valve when topping off your coolant!
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Keep an eye on your car for a week or two.
Make sure there are no leaks!
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Si radiator
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DA radiator installed
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