Postby smj999smj » Sat Aug 17, 2013 7:37 pm
The job, itself, is one of the more difficult Nissan radiators to replace; labor guide calls for 3 hours. This is largely because of the A/C condenser, which shares the same mounting bracket as the radiator, and the lines going to the AC condenser. The radiator has bolt on side brackets that extend out at the mounts and these need to be fished through the condenser lines in order to pull the assembly through. Since the condenser shares the same mount bracket, it will need to be lifted out of the bracket and wired or tied up to support it during the procedure. Of course, the shroud and electric fan need to be removed and that's a tight squeeze. Then the clutch fan blade can be removed. As far as parts, it's a matter of made in Canada or made in China for most. Spectra Premium in made in Canada and is a quality unit for around $160 online. As I mentioned in my post, Parts Express on Ebay sells a lifetime warranty radiator for $72 shipped (last time I checked) and I was impressed with the one I got. If you want new seals on the tanks, you'll need to get them through Nissan.