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Dec 30, 2003 | 07:18 AM

wrx10404

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keep it cool

I read somewhere that a good mod for any wrx is a new radiator like a PWR. does anybody have any comments about this? PWR is $500 but if it will help the motor it seems worth every penny.

Dec 30, 2003 | 09:33 AM

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PWR is a pretty good one. Lightweight as well. But have you considered this brand ARC. They make very good intercoolers as well as lightweight full aluminium radiators. I believe that they retail for around $ 500 - 600. Good news is, lots of R33 Skyline owners and RX-7 owners go for the ARC due to it's durability and cooling properties.

The price of the PWR if slightly lower within the 450 range would be quite a good buy. I plan to use ARC for my WRX.

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Dec 31, 2003 | 06:12 AM

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Are u having cooling problems? The stock radiator seems pretty efficient unless your making big power. my power is not much over stock so I just used a 160 degree thermostat 5 bucks.

Dec 31, 2003 | 06:59 AM

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Originally posted by curbait
Are u having cooling problems? The stock radiator seems pretty efficient unless your making big power. my power is not much over stock so I just used a 160 degree thermostat 5 bucks.

No cooling problems. Temp gauge reads normal. I have just heard that wrx's ooze heat and you can hear the fans running alot even when your not beating on it.

The thermostat idea seems good though, thanks.

Dec 31, 2003 | 01:02 PM

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if youre really cheap, just gut the thermostat

Jan 7, 2004 | 11:29 PM

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heh, taking it out or bypassing it (why would you want to "gut" it?) won't get you anywhere. Your car will take forever to warm up and you will probably burn more gas.