mguerrero

So, Thanks to Ruedney I found out I have the dreaded Valeo Radiator - so I'm looking to order a new one - I found several brands online and finally tracked down a Behr brand - any reason to go with Behr over other brands like Nissens? Also, can someone give me a parts list and if possible part #'s?? Thanks in advance!

I have a 2003 CLK55 with a 02/2003 build date

pjg

mguerrero

thanks so much! question, should I replace the radiator hoses also? does the new radiator come with a drain plug already? only reason I ask is because they sell it separately also so just want to make sure I get everything for the swap ...

pjg

New hoses are always a good idea, never seen a new radiator come without a drain plug.

I use these guys for mercedes parts. http://www.mymercedesparts.com/

mguerrero

sweet! Thx ...

one more question ... if I'm flushing the whole system can I use Pentofrost NF instead of the OEM kind?

pjg

http://bevo.mercedes-benz.com/bevoli...0&suchbegriff=

Chadzu

I just put a new radiator in my 2001 clk55. New hoses are a good idea, and will be much easier to do while your in there. I use the zerex g-05 because it's easy to get and meets the mb spec.
I used the behr/hella unit, I like to keep OE parts on it as much as possible.

mguerrero

yeah, I decided to do them! They're so damn expensive tho! whats the cheapest place y'all find them?

pjg

The upper one is unique and expensive you need to bite the bullet on that one.