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81 308 radiator question

Discussion in '308/328' started by Low Ride, May 11, 2021.

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  1. Low Ride

    Low Ride Karting

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    #1 Low Ride, May 11, 2021
    I have searched the thread to get recommendations on a new radiator for my 81 308. I will definitely get the original re-cored based on some of the posts. My question is when removing the radiator, does the AC condenser come out as one unit? Also, the condenser looks a little worn and the AC has a slow leak. Would you change the condenser at the same time? To remove the radiator, it appears I need to remove the hood only. Any suggestions or experience anyone can offer? Any surprises that I should be considering? Thanks for any help.
     
  2. rjlloyd

    rjlloyd Formula Junior
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    #2 rjlloyd, May 11, 2021
    Yes when I removed the radiator from my 81, bonnet off and remove the radiator and condenser as a pair and separate out of the car


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  3. waymar

    waymar Formula 3

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    #3 waymar, May 12, 2021
    +1 trying to separate them is not worth the effort.
     
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  4. dave80gtsi

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    #4 dave80gtsi, May 12, 2021
    I've easily removed my radiator alone, keeping the A/C condenser and associated lines in place in the car. And all without removing the front hood. But I did remove the fiberglass spare tire compartment, which gives you plenty of room.

    So, do this removal whichever way best suits your own comfort zone.

    DM
     
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  5. 308 milano

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    #5 308 milano, May 12, 2021
    Same here. Didn’t remove the front bonnet on my QV and left the condenser in place when I pulled my radiator to have it boiled out.
     
  6. Low Ride

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    #6 Low Ride, May 12, 2021
    Options are good. Thanks guys. Will tackle the job in next couple days.
     
  7. Nuvolari

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    #7 Nuvolari, May 12, 2021
    When I removed my radiator I did so without removing the AC condenser but I did remove the hood. This is highly recommended as it is very easy to do and being able to approach the car from the front is a whole different world than struggling from the side.
     
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  8. johnny308

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    #8 johnny308, Jun 5, 2021
    Remove the hood.
    Pull the radiator up and then tilt back a bit. If the A/C is working remove the two 10mm bolts at the top and two the bottom
    leaving the condenser in the car.

    At the install tape the bottom rubber isolators to the radiator or glue them to the mount. I glue the in with RTV clear.

    Install radiator.

    Pressure bleed the system.

    Fill and run.
     

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