E-Class (W123) 1976-1986: 240D, 280E, 300D, 300TD, 300CD

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Old Jul 9, 2015 | 11:48 PM
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Radiator Protection Options

My 1983 300D had been running a bit hotter than desired - so I did a flush, followed by a fan clutch replacement and finally a radiator replacement. I had a new Nissens put in this week and finally there is a noticeable difference in the running temp - especially when a lot is being asked of the engine.

Despite having hit it with quite a bit of high pressure water spray multiple times before, the old radiator appeared to be full of gunk such as road grime and stuff. I wonder if there is any sort of screen or filter which I could put over the new one to protect it.
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Nope. Just pull it and clean it every 5 years when you change the coolant.
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