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Valeo Radiator

Old Jul 11, 2014 | 07:52 PM
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Exclamation Valeo Radiator

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

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Old Jul 14, 2014 | 06:17 AM
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Old Jul 14, 2014 | 11:17 AM
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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 ...
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Old Jul 14, 2014 | 12:38 PM
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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/
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Old Jul 14, 2014 | 01:43 PM
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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/
sweet! Thx ...

one more question ... if I'm flushing the whole system can I use Pentofrost NF instead of the OEM kind?
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Old Jul 14, 2014 | 01:55 PM
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Old Jul 14, 2014 | 08:30 PM
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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.
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Old Jul 14, 2014 | 11:19 PM
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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.
yeah, I decided to do them! They're so damn expensive tho! whats the cheapest place y'all find them?
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