Radiator options

[jammy_basturd]

Had a leak on the radiator for a few weeks and now have some time to sort it out. I had been all set to order an aluminium rad this week (today in fact) but having done some last minute research it seems an Alu rad, whilst maybe providing better cooling, have their own problems from vibration induced fatigue.

The best option appears to be to go for a brass/copper rad, but I can't seem to find anyone who can supply one, let alone anyone who has them on the shelf! Does anyone have a contact?

Failing that, any reason not to just go with a new standard item again?

[jammy_basturd]

djstevec said:

I had mine re-cored and refurbed by Guildford Radiators, they do plenty of TVR related work and did a lovely job imho. Significantly cheaper than buying new too.

The problem is I can't have the car off the road for any length of time as it is my only car.

[jammy_basturd]

Thanks guys, I'm waiting on a callback from someone at Aaron Radiator, seems like the best value for money.

[jammy_basturd]

Alu rad from Aaron Radiator being sent out in the post tomorrow, plus as stated a little discount by way of being a PH memeber!

Very nice and friendly bloke, even asked about the difference between a Copper and Alu rad. He said he'd probably go with a Copper rad himself, purely because a Copper rad can be repaired from stone damage, whereas an Alu rad can't.

Unfortunately they don't sell a Copper rad, I can't wait around for a re-core and with the discount they offered the Alu rad wasn't that more expensive than a new standard rad!

[jammy_basturd]

Am I right in thinking the Aaron rad comes with fixings to take the standard cowling?