Solid info on where to purchase GENUINE GM Radiator 09 gt

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IcudahadaG8

Discussion Starter · 24 d ago

I have seen so much mis info regarding correct part numbers - etc. So I am hoping someone else's experience can help me with my issue.
Thanks in advance.

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MGMGXP

· #2 · 24 d ago

Take the opportunity to upgrade to a Mishimoto.

www.mishimoto.com

Performance Aluminum Radiator, fits Pontiac G8 V8 6.0L 2008-2009

Give some extra cooling power to the V8 under the hood of your 2006-2012 VE Holden Commodore V8 with the Mishimoto Performance Aluminum Radiator. Our radiator design swaps out the thin core and plastic end tanks for full aluminum construction, TIG-welded for maximum durability. The Mishimoto...

www.mishimoto.com

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vegas_ss

· #3 · 24 d ago

May also want to get their silicone hoses... these are for the 2009.5 breakpont, not sure which ones you may need.

I did get the Mishimoto radiator although haven't put it in yet since I'm STILL waiting on the machine shop to finish the motor! I can say it is quite an impressive looking piece! I ordered from g8only, same price as listed above but they didn't charge me tax or shipping.

Silicone Hoses

IcudahadaG8

Discussion Starter · #4 · 24 d ago

MGMGXP said:
Take the opportunity to upgrade to a Mishimoto.

Performance Aluminum Radiator, fits Pontiac G8 V8 6.0L 2008-2009

Give some extra cooling power to the V8 under the hood of your 2006-2012 VE Holden Commodore V8 with the Mishimoto Performance Aluminum Radiator. Our radiator design swaps out the thin core and plastic end tanks for full aluminum construction, TIG-welded for maximum durability. The Mishimoto...

www.mishimoto.com

So to be clear - these have the lower trans line ports?

IcudahadaG8

Discussion Starter · #5 · 24 d ago

vegas_ss said:
May also want to get their silicone hoses... these are for the 2009.5 breakpont, not sure which ones you may need.

I did get the Mishimoto radiator although haven't put it in yet since I'm STILL waiting on the machine shop to finish the motor! I can say it is quite an impressive looking piece! I ordered from g8only, same price as listed above but they didn't charge me tax or shipping.

Silicone Hoses

I see Maverick Man 499.99 shipped. I will check re tax. Thanks.

MGMGXP

· #6 · 24 d ago

IcudahadaG8 said:
So to be clear - these have the lower trans line ports?

Not sure, I didn't install it. I run a separate trans cooler, so that isn't a sticking point for me.

vegas_ss

· #7 · 24 d ago

IcudahadaG8 said:
So to be clear - these have the lower trans line ports?

Yes they do

I did see one post where the lines needed to be slightly bent however I have a M6 trans and they have some rubber in the lines, not sure about the slushbox lines.

IcudahadaG8

Discussion Starter · #8 · 24 d ago

MGMGXP said:
Not sure, I didn't install it. I run a separate trans cooler, so that isn't a sticking point for me.

Gotcha.

IcudahadaG8

Discussion Starter · #9 · 24 d ago

vegas_ss said:
Yes they do

Well, I guess I have to bite the aluminum bullet. Whats considered a fair install fee? Or hour count.

vegas_ss

· #10 · 24 d ago

IcudahadaG8 said:
Well, I guess I have to bite the aluminum bullet. Whats considered a fair install fee? Or hour count.

Not sure on that, guess that would depend on the shop, some can be pretty pricey especially if it's not a stock unit. Do you have a cold air intake or any other non-stock items? May want to check around and find a shop that does more custom work (heads/cam/tuning) and give them a call.

IcudahadaG8

Discussion Starter · #11 · 24 d ago (Edited)

vegas_ss said:
Not sure on that, guess that would depend on the shop, some can be pretty pricey especially if it's not a stock unit. Do you have a cold air intake or any other non-stock items? May want to check around and find a shop that does more custom work (heads/cam/tuning) and give them a call.

Well, I just watched a youtube vid. 1.5 hrs total. Im so picky about who does work. My entire life, mechanics have messed things up during R&R and Im left with other issues because they didnt put it back right. Some of the BEST on the other hand were personal friends or neighbors. And they were NOT pro mechanics. Just smart people by nature. Smarter than me when its about car repair.

Bracken.G8

· #12 · 22 d ago

MGMGXP said:
Take the opportunity to upgrade to a Mishimoto.

Performance Aluminum Radiator, fits Pontiac G8 V8 6.0L 2008-2009

Give some extra cooling power to the V8 under the hood of your 2006-2012 VE Holden Commodore V8 with the Mishimoto Performance Aluminum Radiator. Our radiator design swaps out the thin core and plastic end tanks for full aluminum construction, TIG-welded for maximum durability. The Mishimoto...

www.mishimoto.com

To save money could you use a stock base radiator with a 6.0l since i already got one?, no information on if the radiators are different between the gt and base, i would want to keep the base rad for the breakin period of my ls and upgrade after those 500 miles

PONY MAN

· #13 · 22 d ago

3.6L 92253246 Other Names: Radiator Assembly. Lightweight; the radiators have a positive heat transfer to weight ratio Corrosion-resistant aluminum designed core helps optimize the radiators long lasting Applications: 3.6L. Replaces: 92191917, 92219558

6.0L 92234040 Other Names: Radiator Assembly. Caprice PPV. From 7/19/11. 6.0L, to 07/19/2011. G8. 6.0l. 1st design. G8. 6.2l. 6.0 & 6.2L. Lightweight; the radiators have a positive heat transfer to weight ratio Corrosion-resistant aluminum designed core helps optimize the radiators long lasting service life This GM Genuine Part is designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards and is backed by General Motors. Applications: 6.0L, 6.2L. Replaces: 92191918, 92216759, 92253248

Bracken.G8

· #14 · 22 d ago

PONY MAN said:
3.6L 92253246 Other Names: Radiator Assembly. Lightweight; the radiators have a positive heat transfer to weight ratio Corrosion-resistant aluminum designed core helps optimize the radiators long lasting Applications: 3.6L.
Replaces: 92191917, 92219558

6.0L 92234040 Other Names: Radiator Assembly. Caprice PPV. From 7/19/11. 6.0L, to 07/19/2011. G8. 6.0l. 1st design. G8. 6.2l. 6.0 & 6.2L. Lightweight; the radiators have a positive heat transfer to weight ratio Corrosion-resistant aluminum designed core helps optimize the radiators long lasting service life This GM Genuine Part is designed, engineered, and tested to rigorous standards and is backed by General Motors. Applications: 6.0L, 6.2L. Replaces: 92191918, 92216759, 92253248

so with the rad being different, there shouldnt be clearance issues but would there be issues with rad lines not fitting, cant think of any reason i could use the base rad for 500 miles

yutzybrian

· #15 · 21 d ago

Bracken.G8 said:
so with the rad being different, there shouldnt be clearance issues but would there be issues with rad lines not fitting, cant think of any reason i could use the base rad for 500 miles

I know the base model radiator doesn't have a pressure cap. Given that, I assume there's other differences like inlet and outlet locations.

inTIMidator

· #16 · 17 d ago

what ever you do, stay away from cold case radiators. The complete definition of POS.

IcudahadaG8

Discussion Starter · #17 · 17 d ago

inTIMidator said:
what ever you do, stay away from cold case radiators. The complete definition of POS.

I was wondering about that, thanks for confirming. I definitely won't be getting that brand.

IcudahadaG8

Discussion Starter · #18 · 16 d ago

vegas_ss said:
May also want to get their silicone hoses... these are for the 2009.5 breakpont, not sure which ones you may need.

I did get the Mishimoto radiator although haven't put it in yet since I'm STILL waiting on the machine shop to finish the motor! I can say it is quite an impressive looking piece! I ordered from g8only, same price as listed above but they didn't charge me tax or shipping.

Silicone Hoses

Thanks VEGAS_SS , I bought from G8ONLY, Maverick man charged like 50$ tax. You still in Vegas? I was born and raised there. But Its not the place I once loved. 😕 Been gone for 35 yrs.

vegas_ss

· #19 · 16 d ago

IcudahadaG8 said:
Thanks VEGAS_SS , I bought from G8ONLY, Maverick man charged like 50$ tax. You still in Vegas? I was born and raised there. But Its not the place I once loved. 😕 Been gone for 35 yrs.

Yes in vegas, moved here in 85... not the same for sure but live in the NW far away from the strip.

I have bought almost $3,000 worth of stuff from G8 only and saved quite a bit in overall cost, free shipping (over $500) and no tax. I also redeemed their points for discounts on other parts (motor mounts and ATI balancer) so pretty happy with them. Pretty much everything I've bought in the past 9 months has been without tax, not sure why but not complaining. These were purchases from Monster, Cam Motion and G8 Only.

You will be impressed with the Mishimoto as soon as you take it out of the box!

edward1963.bg

· #20 · 4 d ago

IcudahadaG8 said:
I have seen so much mis info regarding correct part numbers - etc. So I am hoping someone else's experience can help me with my issue.
Thanks in advance.

When I changed mine about 5 years ago I got one from Rock auto, an original AC Delco part.

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