Automotive radiator with plastic side tanks and aluminum core on white background

Heavy-Duty Radiator & Install Bundle [Vanagon]

Radiator Only
$221.95
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Automotive radiator with plastic side tanks and aluminum core on white background
  • Automotive radiator with plastic side tanks and aluminum core on white background
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Heavy-Duty Radiator & Install Bundle [Vanagon]
Heavy-Duty Radiator & Install Bundle [Vanagon]
Product: 068-121-253E-AM
Works With: 1983-1991
Manufacturer: GoWesty
Availability: Only 1 Left in Stock!
$221.95

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Is your engine running a little hot? If your radiator is original, it may be the primary reason your cooling system isn't operating at peak efficiency. Grab yourself a fresh, high-quality radiator, and even upgrade to one of the optional installation bundles to make the job even more convenient while saving a few bucks.

Options:
• Heavy-Duty 50mm Aluminum Core Radiator
• HD Radiator + Basic Install Bundle (includes Baffles and Rubber Mounting Pads)
• HD Radiator + Deluxe Install Bundle (includes Mounting Brackets, Baffles and Rubber Mounting Pads

Fit note: Not all Vanagon radiators are created equal! We partnered with a manufacturer to produce a radiator that actually fits and works as it should. Our radiator is identical in construction to the German original, unlike some on the market that use a series of round tubes with a zillion O-rings between the tubes and the tanks. Our radiator has the correct mounting pin dimensions and shape, a low-profile brass bleeder screw that clears the body, brass temperature sensor fitting, and the necessary AC and baffle mounting provisions. 

This radiator fits and works: GoWesty guaranteed!

Pro tip: Use phosphate-free coolant and distilled water in your cooling system! And make sure to replace your baffles while you are at it!
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  • 1 star: 2 (9%)
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Jason C.
Quick and easy

Nice radiator, quick and easy install with the isolators!

Jason C. review photo
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Joel S.
Still going strong and cool

I installed the radiator 4 years ago, just now getting around to reviewing it. Easy install and has withstood the test of Time and Miles.

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nancy m.

New to me vanagon that is getting a subie swap. Engine cooling is too important to Not replace the radiator. Once every 40 years or so is not asking too much! Competitive price for what I hope is a good radiator.

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David A.

Radiator install was straightforward and it's working fine.

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Kevin C.

The day after I installed the radiator I drove my Syncro from Butte Montana to Helena and back in 95 degree heat, over Elk Park Pass, Boulder Hill, and North Pass, with two 16 ft canoes on top. The temp gauge held steady and cool during the long 6% grades. The difference between my old radiator and my new GoWesty radiator is very impressive.

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Carrie K.
Shipped. Fast!

Good item.

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Josh B.
New Radiator

Replaced the original radiator on my '85 Westy with this one. The new one is 17 pounds lighter.

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Ayal B.
It sprung a leak within the first year of ownership

Was really dissapointed to find big leak in my new radiator with less than a year of having installed it. Couldn't think of any reason other than low quality! Unfortunately I live in Costa Rica and can't send it back!

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Thomas

Came as advertised

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Curtis N.L.
Mostly Yay

It's all good except for those lower brackets... they are a bear to install. I think they are just ever-so-slightly different than the originals.

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Craig W.
Original leaked.

Tight fit (obviously) but necessary improvement.

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Thomas P.
Clean install

Great fit and easy install

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Wes A.
Quality radiator

“They don’t make them like they used to” but this is a nice unit. No issues with installing.

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Lorinda T.G.
Works for me

I have a 1985 VW Westy which I purchased from the factory in Germany when I was living in the Netherlands. I shipped it to the states two months later and have replaced the original engine two other times. I recently received a rebuilt engine as well as a radiator, not knowing that it was suggested by Go Westy that another radiator be purchased when another engine is installed. So, was glad that I had them both replaced at the same time!!! I picked up the vehicle today and will head to the upper peninsula of Michigan soon to break it in!!!! I am hoping to have more camping experiences!!!

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Ryan B.
Perfect fit

So much better than a 40 yr old radiator

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Christian R.
Peace of mind

Great replacement and peace of mind knowing my van will stay cooled!

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Lorinda

I am waiting for it to be installed when the engine arrives!

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Stephen N.
Products and Service

I am never disappointed with my product quality.
Sometimes a little difficult getting hold of sales on the phone if I have a question. I normally order via your website.
Thx

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Braden J.
great

perfect set up - just doing maintenance

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Dan E.
Keeping it Cool

Better than ever

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John L.
Radiator

Good fit, Rubber washers included good kit with baffles easy to install, as advertised. Postal Service banged up the box a little, but contents were intact.

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Jaime T.
Good customer service, I received alot of help before I made the purchase.

Eazy to install and great shipping my items where package perfectly with no damage.

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KELVIN L.
Radiator

Great price