Will a mishimoto radiator for M/T tc fit in an A/T? I have an external tranny cooler, so thats not the issue. just wondering if there is any other significant difference.

 

I can tell you there is no significant cooling difference between the stock radiator and the mishimoto.

 

its just for engine dress up. my car keeps cool just fine the way it is

 

Big difference on the 1gen xB. For those saying no difference, do you have a water temp gauge installed (not the tiny one in the dash)? I was running at about 190-195 degrees on the stock radiator. With the Mishimoto it spikes at 185 but usually sits at 180. After blowing a head gasket on my last motor from overtemp, I take all the help I can get. The Mishimoto is thicker than stock, so if you have tight clearance w/ a turbo or anything it may be an issue.

I have an A/T, using an B&M trans cooler with no issue yet.

Only thing I had an issue with is there's a drain plug on the right side that's tapered on stock, not so on the Mishimoto. Threads fit but the oring doesn't seat. Replaced it with an aftermarket oil drain plug and gasket, no leaks.

 

thanks alot! i appreciate the input! that clears up what i wanted to know!

 

haha i didnt seem to have sunken that part in cause i just found that out yesterday....but other than that it fit right in with no problems. definately spices up the engine bay with the password jdm brackets, aluminum cooling plate, and blue obx hoses....looks a LOT better now.

 

not that i really care, i dont rele NEED to know, but how do you know this? experience? thanks