David in NZ 24 1 Vehicles Report post Posted February 19, 2018 Things I learned today: Lotus still fit (or did in 2012) a radiator with a plastic end tank to new Elises Plastic end tanks get brittle and break You can't buy a replacement in NZ An all alloy replacement from Elise Parts costs $588 + shipping Question: should I worry about reusing the original fan mounting kit (made of mild steel, and thus prone to rusting in salty air), and pay an extra $40 for 316 marine grade stainless steel brackets, nuts, bolts, etc? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moth4017 4 Report post Posted August 19, 2018 HI have you tried these guys to see if they can make you a replacement https://rdradiators.co.nz/radiators-henderson/ 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
David in NZ 24 1 Vehicles Report post Posted August 19, 2018 Hi Mark, No, I didn't try them. That looks promising - though I was amazed how quickly the radiator arrived from UK. There was a peace of mind aspect of knowing it would fit exactly, first time. Good suggestion, though. Thanks! UPDATE: I didn't need the stainless mounting bracket. The radiator is higher spec, keeps the engine cooler, and looks great when you peer through the front mesh! I'm pleased with it. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Moth4017 4 Report post Posted August 20, 2018 glad you got it sorted Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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