Replacing your radiator
Installing your radiator
We are experts in radiators so it makes sense for us to install your radiator for you.
We ensure that the proper process is followed to maintain the longevity of your radiator. We will flush your engine and heater clean, and install your radiator with quality coolant.
The time installation takes differs for each model car. Please call us for a quote.
Common reasons why your radiator fails
Do you know why your radiator failed?
If your water pump, thermostat or radiator cap are not working properly they could have caused your radiator to fail. Check these components, if any are faulty they will damage your replacement radiator.
How to avoid radiator failure due to contamination or corrosion
service your cooling system regularly
use quality recommended coolant
follow correct flushing techniques during the coolant change
top up with only distilled water
Contamination and corrosion caused by:
a poorly maintained cooling system
inadequate flushing
low levels of coolant for long periods
poorly maintained coolant
mixing of different coolants
DIY radiator maintenance
Look after your radiator
make sure your coolant level is always full
check your cooling system components regularly by looking for any radiator leaks, radiator corrosions in the radiator core or any cracked hoses or old clamps
eye your engine temperature as high engine temperatures can be a sign that you have a problem with your radiator
Expert radiator service
Bring your car in for a free cooling system assessment. We can:
check to see if your thermostat is working correctly
pressure test your radiator
ensure your engine fan is working correctly
flush your cooling system correctly, including the heater and refill with Australian Nulon coolant
A well-maintained radiator will ensure:
the radiator tubes remain clear
no residue, corrosion or rusty contamination will be left on the header plates (internal radiator core) or on the tanks
Helpful tips when replacing your radiator
FLUSH the engine cooling system EXTREMELY clean (especially the heater)
Use a reputable coolant (eg. Nulon). Follow dosage instructions.
Ask your electrician/mechanic to check for stray current with an analog multi-meter. A reading of 0.05 Volts or higher will damage your new radiator.
In the future only top up with DISTILLED water – do not add more coolant.
We give a 5 year manufacturers' warranty*
* Conditions apply. Click the orange button to download our ‘How to install your radiator correctly’ leaflet for more information.
Need a radiator repair on a vintage car?
We also specialise in radiator repairs on older brass copper radiators. We can repair your radiator with solder and fix any cracks on your tanks.
If your brass copper radiator is blocked the only correct way to clean it is to remove the tank and rod the tubes.
Bring your radiator to us for a free radiator repair assessment.
If your radiator core is too brittle we will recommend a copper re-core. This is where we put a new Australian-made radiator copper core onto your tanks after they have been sand blasted. We basically build a new radiator with your tanks.
Re-cores and custom built radiators
We have been manufacturers of quality brass copper radiators for over 30 years and are experts.
If your vintage radiator needs a re-core, we will be able to provide you with the best options at the best value for money. We use Australian made copper cores which we hand solder to your tanks with plenty of solder to ensure a quality finished product.
We have also helped countless customers convert their unrepairable plastic tanks aluminum core radiator into a custom brass copper radiator that can be cleaned out in the future and repaired.
These include:
forklift radiators
truck radiators
industrial radiators
earth moving equipment radiators
vintage radiators and classic car radiators like Jaguar, Rolls Royce and Bentley.
Converting to full aluminum radiator replacements
We often get asked about full aluminium radiator replacements for cars with either plastic tank aluminum core radiators or brass copper radiators. Here are some points to think about:
Quality full aluminium radiators are expensive. We recommend you stay away from the cheap radiators that are made poorly with little and low grade materials. These cheap radiators will end up costing you more in the long run.
If you have a brass copper radiator and change to a full aluminum radiator, your cooling system needs to be immaculate. Copper radiators are much more robust and not as susceptible to dirty water and contaminants.
Understand stray current or electrolysis. Copper radiators will withstand stray current much more than aluminum radiators. We have seen genuine aluminum radiators leak just after a few weeks due to stray current damage.
Remember even if you do buy a full aluminum radiator replacement. Don’t throw away your old brass copper radiator. Hang on to it. Chances are you’ll go back to it.