I own a '98 Tibby. My radiatorand thermostat need to be replaced. Does anyone have a suggestion for a preferred brand of radiator? I'd rather buy online than in an auto parts store or salvage yard.

 

I usually buy OEM or Gates brand (the rubber belt and hose people) thermostats. Radiators I buy from a local radiator shop who prices are competative with those found on the net. The guy who runs the shop knows he'll loose business if he isn't competative and he know some folks like to do the work themselves. To be honest, I have no idea what brand he's selling me. He knows I'm bringing it back to him if I have trouble with it.

 

Thanks.

 

found on ebay, if anything, it will give you an idea of what you should expect to spend.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/hyund...2em118Q2el1247

a little more expensive then the last,
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Silla...2em118Q2el1247

thermostat -
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Therm...QQcmdZViewItem

and since you're changing that, take a look at your hose's, make sure there is no cracking or over stressed areas, if you plan on changing them, heres a set of hose's that should last the rest of time you own the car and they look good too,
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/OBX-R...QQcmdZViewItem