Aftermarket Radiator Fitment Issue
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Aftermarket Radiator Fitment Issue
I purchased this radiator: 40mm 2 Row Aluminum Radiator for Mazda 2004 2008 RX 8 RX8 1 3L MT 2005 2006 2007 | eBay
After I removed my OEM radiator and fan unit, I can see that the fan unit does not match up very well with the new radiator.
When I match up the bottom part, the holes on top are off as you can see in the pictures. There are also gaps on either side. I've been following this DIY: https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-do-...h-same-116729/ and I think I can address the gaps on the sides but I need help with the holes up top.
Also, as you can see in the pictures, even the bottom part has a little fitment issue. Do I need to purchase a different fan unit? What are my options?
Thanks
After I removed my OEM radiator and fan unit, I can see that the fan unit does not match up very well with the new radiator.
When I match up the bottom part, the holes on top are off as you can see in the pictures. There are also gaps on either side. I've been following this DIY: https://www.rx8club.com/series-i-do-...h-same-116729/ and I think I can address the gaps on the sides but I need help with the holes up top.
Also, as you can see in the pictures, even the bottom part has a little fitment issue. Do I need to purchase a different fan unit? What are my options?
Thanks
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If it were me, I would just send it back and get the correct unit. You can try to modify your fan shroud to match up with the holes (mount and screws). I don't recommend trying to modify the radiator itself.
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