2006-2010 Ford Explorer: This Is Why You Don't Buy Cheap Radiators

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[@owenwillis4194]

Six years I put a TYC from Rock Auto in my 2007 XLT. A few months ago my cooler fitting started leaking. I watched this video so I logged onto my Rock Auto account and it listed the TYC with a life time warranty. I put in what my problem was and Rock Auto send me a brand new radiator free of charge. I took off the new double o-ring cooler fitting and replaced the one that was leaking. Worked like a champ. Thanks for your channel. I am a fan.

[@stevek.9041]

Always my "Go To" channel for when my 2007 Ford Explorer Limited with 4.0 L has a problem. Many Thanks for all your videos!

[@powderriver2424]

Your videos are not bad I've learned a thing or two about many of these newer Fords. One thing worth mentioning, in addition to what you addressed ,is over tightening of bolts fittings etc. threads naturally want to "stick" together especially pipe threads due to the pitch of the thread. When tightening any fastener snugging it up and then giving an eighth or a quarter turn will be more than enough to hold it properly. Keep up the good information.

[@PeteyG708]

Oh man... Those cooler line fittings are much better than the plastic ones that came with the Spectre Premium for the 02 Taurus. The original rad had those same fittings, but you'd figure it would be improved with aftermarket. The Spectre was a pretty stout rad and was very impressed with the quality of it. I ended up breaking one because I put the wrong bolt in the front and punched through the tank on the passenger side. Luckily, Autozone warrantied it and I got the second one in properly. That rad is still running well today! Thanks for the Spectre Premium recommendation. I feel better knowing I put that in my Wife's car.

[@trevellw8210]

finally someone who knows what he is talking about thanks

[@crimsonblue88]

I recently had to replace a radiator on my 2012 ford focus due to someone dropping car parts on the road and a rim took out my radiator i went with the spectra it was a little over 200 dollars glad to hear that they are a good aftermarket brand!

[@hwy6163]

A perfect example is my last radiator I paid 800 bucks for with all new hoses. The mechanic put in the stock pos with PLASTIC top and bottom. It lasted for only 8,000 miles! I’m replacing it myself with a all aluminum one that cost only 100 bucks more than the stock plastic one. My replacement will cost me about 260 bucks for a top of the line aftermarket radiator in apposed to a 800 plastic one.

[@PCFithian]

Thanks, another great instructional video, keep it up! I installed a pair of Dorman 800-621 fittings on my early build (29 March 2006) 2007 Sport Trac. Easy installation and no leaks!

[@musicon2540]

Hi. The sport trac is the same radiator ford explorer 2007?

[@LiilTyweezy]

@@musicon2540 yea

[@jrm1215]

Did you have to drain it to put on new fittings?

[@reynaldomeade4797]

Blessings and hey, I have that same fitting from Amazon but there is more thread on the new fitting than the original one, so that will work for my 2006 ford Explorer also cause my retired mechanic said it will not work but I have a another mechanic now but he put seal and etc there but the transmission coolant line was loose again so I could moved my truck at all, idk idk idk crazy, any information will help please thank you much and I appreciate it much and God Bless

[@emtscythe3782]

I've used a few of the Murry Heat Transfer Radiators and have had good luck so far. The TYC ones fail frequently. The Murry's I used came with the fittings.

[@lvsqcsl]

I recently had my '05 F-350 6.0 radiator leak at the upper tank crimp. That OEM radiator was $400.00. I hope it will last. Great video!

[@kiyosenl.3889]

Watched a very good video on repairing that, you can undo the crimps with a flathead, take the side tanks off, clean everything up, then just put some form a gasket on the gasket, put everything back on and redo the crimps with some pliers and its good as new, adds maybe a half hour to your repair time but saves you a few hundred dollars

[@brchrdsn]

Thanks for another great video. It's obvious to you, but it may be worth noting for others to replace one fitting before removing the other so the inner cooler doesn't drop out of position with both fittings removed. Have a Merry Christmas to you and yours!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Brent Richardson Good point, yeah once you remove one it gets pretty loose quick.

[@ManicMechanic007]

Thanks for that. These tips make all the difference.

[@Jonathan11225]

I've worked 3 years at Spectra Premium here in Laval,Quebec,Canada,i was making the core of the radiator, . They really focus on quality.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Nice good info.

[@scrappyitalian]

FordTechMakuloco i am trying to convert my 99 mustang gt trans cooler lines to AN-6 to piggyback another cooler as i run a higher stall converter and need the extra cooling and want to eliminate factory lines for more flow; i was wondering what the threads are going into the radiator. I have been told it is a British pipe thread. Hose and equipment has been clueless on the thread.

[@doggovision8765]

My Spectra Premium lasted just over 3 years then leaked where the plastic bottom was connected to the aluminum core.

[@deddie4645]

Well how's that Focus now on quality now that they're making them in China

[@ThatManDWill]

Replaced my original radiator with one from Autozone and it lasted 50,000 miles and about 3yrs. The coolant system on Ford are something else.

[@ScreamingSVTcobra03]

Another great video. Awesome tip. Thank you

[@morningglory7118]

I need to buy a radiator and I'm so glad I watched this 1st... Thank you for sharing 👍

[@hfGJMJpfu]

Can just the trans cooler line fittings be changed within the Ford factory rad if the rad is ok other than the trans cooler lines leaking? ? I know you mentioned avoiding cross contamination but have to ask since the price difference between buying the fittings and buying the fittings + Radiator is $100 +. Excellent video! I love how you took the time to carefully explain the background info - keep up the great work!

[@petemoss9693]

Thanks Brian for sharing this information to all us youtube people . " Happy New Year "

[@dsquierj]

The bad news for me is that I bought the Spectra Premium CU2816, and the Dorman 800-621 are slightly too big. I realized this after I got the first one in about half-way and it seems that I ended up rethreading that hole, but I decided to leave the one that came with it on the second one. That fitting does not fit the cooler line properly so now I have a problem.

[@curtisbarnes5895]

Installed a spectra today on my 06 powerstroke. Then watched this video. Is there a way to actually quickly disconnect the quick connect fitting? I bought 3 different tools for this... ended up carefully cutting with die grinder on each side and breaking with screwdriver. Maybe "only" quick connect design and not "disconnect". When they start leaking I'll do the Dorman fittings. Learning new stuff from you all the time! You do great work! Thank you!

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

spectra premium are what I install and never had problems, all the lines are capped so nothing can fall in it in transport and they are made locally in canada

[@rickytrevino8281]

Looking for a new ac condenser and after comparing all the specs of the top rated feature brands the best seems to be the Spectra Premium It has the same mounts as the oem condenser and has the closest dimensions to the oem condenser so I dont get overpressurization on the low side I been checking out all the videos though and it seems they suck ass when it comes to shipping and handling so alot of times it gets damaged in the mail. Gonna give it a try though

[@azimmey]

Thank you so much for your great advice. I just bought a 04 Expedition with 225k on for below 3k and seems okay except for radiator mount rotting about 30% so I may get to use some of this good instruction

[@harrynicholes3166]

Spectra Premium remodified the radiator so the Dormant fittings won't work. Different sizes needed.

[@jsphburk]

Harry Nicholes thanks for the information

[@cesarmartinez3582]

Great job you master on ford I can ❤ tell thanks for all the information

[@mmonteken]

Spectra Premium CU2952 will take the Dorman 800-621, whereas the Spectra Premium CU2816 which is also for the same vehicle and comes with the new fittings with plastic catches and only 1 O Ring, will not take the Dorman 800-621. Get the CU2952 for the Explorer Limited 4.6l 2006 as it will accept the double O Ring as in this video.

[@jeremyda23]

I put a mishimoto in my super duty. Awesome radiator

[@FordTechMakuloco]

That is what I hear they are great for performance situations.

[@jamesbrothers9626]

Henry FORD said?Lets sell are cars cheap and we will make are money selling parts to keep them going.So sad but true!What really sucks is IM like fordcrazy!!!But think of this years ago ....You wouldnt have special fittings,Just a nipple with a good old hose clamp.Now days they build them to brake & wear out.So you bye new or bye there parts.Proff.old saying if it aint broke dont fix it!!!!

[@chetmyers7041]

8:40 So Change ONE AT A TIME!!!! if you remove both, trans-cooler will be loose and GET LOST.

[@rexultimus1422]

this guy is good at explaining shit on ford’s ..

[@acetech9237]

Thanks for all you do man. You're class A. I am thrilled you have had good luck with the spectra name. I've never heard of them. I have a 1985 Toyota pickup 2wd 2.4L 22r 2BL Carb. The only available aftermarket or oe I could find for an A/C condenser was Spectra premium number 7-3931. Everything else is I replaced is all Denso. I was hesitant to use spectra and I know you can't read the future but just hearing it from a tech whose opinion I trust makes me feel better.

[@hawaiianf1504]

Great Video and Very Valuable Information !! Thanks Brian - Merry Christmas.

[@dougrobinson430]

I called spectrum in Canada for a second time the radiator for my 2008 Ford explore XLT is no longer available. And it’s gone from Amazon. I bought the special transmission doorman double O-ring adapters. Is there any other brand I can get that’s going to be durable?? Please help?

[@Ratskcor]

Did yu ever get help I’m in the same position

[@careditor]

Thanks for the info FTM...i need quality...

[@dunnoyolo2238]

Cool just bought a Spectra premium just before seeing this video.

[@pedrobastos3218]

Thanks so much you video help me so much

[@wildbill23c]

I think my 08 Explorer 4.6L has the cooler in the bottom of the radiator and an auxiliary cooler in front of the AC condenser, at least from what I can tell, the way the front end is built its hard to see what is in there and where all the lines run to. Was it normal to have both transmission coolers in these, or was that an add-on? Just picked this Explorer up about 3 weeks ago, love it so far, 125k miles. Need to have spark plugs done and transmission drain/fill done ASAP. Just dreading spark plugs given the huge amount of horror stories with them. Seems very well maintained, but no record of plugs and transmission service so I want it done so I know its been done. Looks like 5w-20 engine oil is required according to the oil cap. Overall it seems this will be a pretty easy to service vehicle. I'll keep an eye out for leaks though in that radiator cooler, you aren't the only one I've heard mention the cooler leak issues. Kind of a dumb design IMO. I came from a 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee with Selec-Trac 4WD, to the I guess Ford calls it Control Trac that has 4auto, high, and low range. The 4Auto in the Explorer is extremely quick to engage I've noticed, course the Selec-Trac in the Jeep was just full time 4WD so it was engaged all the time when you had it in 4 all time mode but the reaction time of the 4Auto in the Explorer is a very good replacement. Jeep decided to puke transmission fluid all over my carport last month, the front transmission seal had failed, after several other mechanical issues it was time for it to go so the 08 Explorer replaced my Jeep. Now I'm an all Ford guy again. 2008 Explorer Eddie Bauer, 1988 Ford Bronco 2 Eddie Bauer, and 1987 Ford Ranger 4x2 Custom with 7 foot bed. I stray away from Ford for a while and always seem to come back to Ford. Very happy with my Explorer, I do need to find a trailer hitch for it though, that Class 2 factory hitch isn't exactly enough LOL. I'll watch the pick a part yards for a hitch then order the trailer wiring harness kit.

[@JoeyJr702]

Cool! I picked the right radiator before seeing this video. Phew!! 😆

[@redgtocruiser]

I have had a Spectra Premium radiator in my 06' Explorer Limited V8 now for three years and 50k miles without any issues. The original radiator failed at 80k

[@everett8811]

have you had any other notable repairs on your explorer?

[@redgtocruiser]

+Scorpio1988 I need to do the front wheel bearings. Already have had one exhaust manifold done. The other needs replacement. Tone ring sensor in the rear. I replaced the fan clutch. All the shocks are shot and need to be replaced. The repairs are starting to mount up. 132k miles. Engine has stayed strong with regular oil changes. Of course I keep a close eye on the spark plugs. All the coils have been replaced after a few started to fail. Next up is a transmission drain and fill with filter replacement.

[@andrewoliver9686]

Not a Ford, but I have a Spectra Premium radiator installed since this past winter, and the bottom of the radiator popped.. spilling trans fluid everywhere 😮

[@jmjbedpa]

I Just got a 1996 Ford explorer, Eddie Bauer Edition has the V8 5.0 L 302 engine. all original . I can tell over the years the previous owner did replace some parts. Mileage on vehicle is 237778. I think it has the original water pump. what do you all recommend to do. Appreciate ya video, very informative. Thanks

[@2agbh72]

I have a 1996 ford ranger. They replaced the radiator because they said I had a transmission leak. the new radiator continues to leak at the metal connections on the inlet and outlet lines. I took it back. they said they fixed it. It continues to leak. Why cant Northside ford in san Antonio fix this problem. It seems just a metal thread connection. This shouldn't be a problem.

[@NCPDFSB]

been in favor of aftermarket trans. coolers on these models and capping the radiator ports. thanks for the info. on the dorman fittings, seems like a fix!

[@Fireship1]

Exactly! More than one way to skin a cat!

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+NCPDFSB This one had the external oil cooler tow package from Ford but they still plumb it through the trans cooler.

[@beatleguy95]

What about a tool to the the transmission line out of the fittings. Can never seem to find a good one that works and need to keep bringing it in because of that

[@jamesborrelli1721]

Put 13 pound cap 2 years after i changed first rad. 3 rads later even with the so called redsinged. Jus got all alluminum welded. Will see

[@Rod-vj6dd]

hi. this dont concern the radiator subject but i got a 2001 ford ranger an it has crank but no start. sunday when i was leaving to work it started but after that the oil pressure guage fluctuated an gave it a bit of gas cause it sounded like it was about to die out. but when gas pedal was pressed it died out. than tried turning it bak on but nothing. just cranks an cranks but wont turn on. i checked for fuel pressusre at the fuel rail an i got pressure. than i checked the spark. so disconnected the spark plug boot an stuck a spark plug in tlan grounded it an i had spark at each cylinder. im at a lost. cant figure what else to check. its my work truck an i need it running. please help. thank u

[@deepsquat600]

+Rod Begay You need to follow a system called FASTEC ,, Fuel ...you say you have it ....air ...inlet plugged?,,,Spark ..you say you have it ......Timing ????? you need to find if you crank sensor is functioning properly and Cam sensor .. search some videos on the procedure ..too involved to explain ..Exhaust plugged?? ( cad convertor?) and do you have compression ??

[@Rod-vj6dd]

+deepsquat600 i got it going. was weird cause i had fuel pressure at rails. but fuel pump wad out. i didn't do three listen test on the fuel pump. just checked fuel rail. buy i replaced pump an truck running again. thank u for all the info. i do need to buy me a pressure guage also for compression testing. my F-150 has that problem to but ended up with fuel all in my oil pan

[@crealtv4271]

Please help me .... I need this oring fitting for my 2008 f150 5.4 .dealer told me buy new radiator ford doesn’t make part

[@pauld7309]

Damnit. I bought a o Riley's wrong transmission fitting, can I just put a female/male fitting & use my original one's? Thx

[@whitetiger8652]

Great information Brian. Would that be the same application for the 2011 Ford Ranger? Thanks!

[@alb12345672]

Dorman screws up the aftermarket transmission lines. They put metric instead of SAE. Very frustrating. Check everything before you take it apart.

[@BigDish101]

Now the 2002-2005 has a separate trans cooler right? Looking at mine I see 4 separate heat dissipation units. Small power steering cooler, a/c condenser, transmission cooler then radiator.

[@scooterman6863]

why my radiator hose getting hot fast maybe because I need a water pump. every time I go to the highway or a little Hill and give it gas start jumping maybe is the spark plug what did you think

[@alb12345672]

Damn my old explorer has flares that wont leak in a lifetime. Only problem is getting the stripped rusty fittings off the trans in such a tight spot. Can't win :lol:

[@droope8352]

what can you tell me about DENSO VS SPECTRA PREMIUN which is the best I need to buy one but I do not know which is the best,WHAT DO YOU RECOMEND ME please let me ,, thank you,, good video

[@andressilva310]

Do you know if this fittings would fit a 2004 ford expedition radiator?

[@VictorGomez-vv5hm]

good morning sr im enjoy your videos thanks i leanr a lot of you my question is my coler line pn expedition leak oil on coneccion to radiator how fix that

[@mashdatrashvideos2831]

Is it ok to delete the inside radiator trans pipes since my f150 has a trans cooler ,it is easy to route them and since the 6r80 has a thermal bypass the trans is not getting heated by the radiator, is there really a need to run that fluid through the radiator, almost seems like ford made them all the same way then just added coolers to certain models but it was cheaper to just keep the design the same way. Might be a cool video because I see alot of people talking about it in the forums

[@eduardotepale927]

This radiator is for the gen 4, I recently changed a radiator for my gen 3 and it does not connect with the trans lines. It is actually separated. Was it not better when each had their own cooling supply?

[@harolddailey3272]

Good information

[@jamestoce2287]

There's a difference in price from The 2006 radiator, it cost more than double than the 2007 through 2010 radiator. Why is that? Also will the dorman parts fit on the 2006 ?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

The trans cooler fitting are totally different on the newer models so they are not compatible.

[@jamestoce2287]

FordTechMakuloco OK so I'm leaking from the trans cooler fitting, I bought a new Spector radiator and just ordered two doorman trans cooler fittings like you said in the video will that fix my future problems or can I just take the fittings that I bought and put them in the old radiator because it's only leaking from that Driver side trans cooler fitting... FYI the radiator is only four years old and it's OEM. And is it possible to take the radiator out without disconnecting the AC unit.

[@happycamper199]

Brian, OUTSTANDING videos... Thank you so much for ALL of them. I have an 08 4.6 LTD. I am anticipating a rad replacement in the next few weeks when it gets warmer. I have a few few questions. 1. Above you mention "the newer ones are totally different". Not sure what you mean. 06 is different from 07-10? If so, will these Dorman 800-621s fit my 08? 2. Checking and filling trans fluid on these 6R60 transmissions is a royal PITA. Is there any way to fill the ATF coolant tank in the RAD before connecting the lines? 3. Can the rad replacement be done (if careful) without removing the fan? Not sure I have a (the) wrench(es) to get the fan off. Thanks again. GREAT ViDS as always...

[@tobydyes]

2018 price for the radiator 07 Ford Explorer Sport Trac 4. 0 L 20 psi OEM $219 with tax

[@TooLiveNUNU]

Is OSC a good radiator brand?

[@lastmanxa]

i left my ford sport trac 2007 with the 6r60 trans a week when i came back i found a hug stain of oil under the car , after checking the oil i found it was the trans oil .. after refilling the trans i didn't not see any oil leak , can you please help me on why my oil was leaking after leaving the car for that time ?

[@georgannconway2845]

Need 2003 coolant line replaced on expedition. How to do that?

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

What was the idea behind raising the pressure? Increase boiling point? But why? Operating temperature is still relatively the same. Also, can you use regular old plumbers pipe dope for automotive threads? I notice that there is some special thread sealant available for automotive applications, although it seems very similar to pipe dope. Do you have an opinion?

[@70carlton]

+Blaine Bugaski I use pipe dope,...if its good enough for natural gas water and steam nothing in a car can hurt it

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

70carlton Thanks. I just notice that the NAPA stuff says "teflon" or something like that. I stray away from using teflon tape in automotive applications. And you definitely do not want to use it on gas lines, normally code specifies against it because if it tears off it can get lodged in a gas valve. Household water only for teflon tape.

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Blaine Bugaski This is the thread sealant I use for any pipe threads on automotive applications-www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002UEOP0/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=390957&creativeASIN=B0002UEOP0&linkCode=as2&tag=fordt-20&linkId=KSHJLVFWW43OVGV6

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+Blaine Bugaski They increase the boiling point because they are running the cars leaner and leaner now for fuel economy reasons. The newest Fords and other manufacturers run at 21psi now.

[@Guillotines_For_Globalists]

FordTechMakuloco So is the operating temp increasing from 210-ish?

[@scottstachowski1025]

GREAT VIDEO, but i'm a little confused??? I need to replace the radiator on my 2008 Explorer 4.0L. I am ordering a Spectra Premium (CU2952) radiator, Should i use the transcooler fittings that come with it, or are you suggesting to replace those with the Dorman ones (800-617)? Thanks!

[@carlosescamilla2779]

Wt about after market all aluminum radiators are they better than the plastic ones??

[@whatchutalkinboutwillis7001]

What do you do if the radiator is discontinued from Ford?

[@eaperezh]

Hi, I am changing the radiator on my Expy 2005, does the double O'ring on the radiator apply to my model? I´m asking because this video is for 2006-2010. And now that is 2021, do you have an aftermarket recommendation? BTW thanks! I have changed several things on my Expy thanks to you!. Big Hugs from Panama (Latin America)

[@chilling227]

man I'm catching hell trying to figure out the size of the transmission cooler line connectors. I bought a new radiator, it came with two sets of connectors but they don't fit with my transmission line. I just need to know the size

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Some like you see here are 1/2" but most are 3/8" cars can be as small as 5/16.

[@dannythebeerman]

I just ordered radiator from summit racing a spectra premium, they say the CU1995 is made in China $214. It's for a 2002 E150. Ford says discontinued, but would you try a Motorcraft from RockAuto $350 for a 2014 E350 and change the trans cooler line connector to 3/8, if it comes with 1/2 inch? FYI, I ordered and returned an FVP $173 from RA and it arrived with a busted tank, the ribbing was flat rectangles, not like OEM as shown on website, I wasn't a fan of that item. R U considering a playlist of failed aftermarket parts?

[@dannythebeerman]

@Fordtechmakuloco Spectra Premium package was really really beatup by the conveyor belts at UPS, the radiator packing done in China was good, but not good enough as an interior core channel was badly bent enough to return. Have you done any motorcraft radiators for vans lately, do they usually include 1/2 and 3/8 fittings in a bag with their radiators?

[@drylakesranch9880]

I think this fitting may be leaking on my 2010 expedition. Do you know if there is a similar problem or similar new fitting solution for mine? I'd like to try it before replacing the whole radiator. Thanks!

[@frankiboy164]

Hi! Do you know if theses Dorman fitting will fit on my ‘07 f150 radiator? Also, the ones on the oil cooler did break but the cooler and radiator itself are fine...looking for fittings but very little info found...help please thanks

[@cmte.brazinazzo2061]

Hi Fordthech guys. Is the black plastic part nylon or plastic? Anybody know wich plastic one? I need to plastic weld a plastic radiator part that has crack on my 95 Taurus 3L V6 Vulcan engine's radiator. Has The same white corck screw to drain, just for reference.

[@FUGYOO]

Thanks again.

[@1998gst4611]

FordTechMakuloco, The Spectre radiator you have listed on the link is that for the 2006 Ford Explorer 4.0? You showed how to fix the trans coolant line leak using the doorman adapter fittings ok do you have a video on how to drain and fill the trans fluid for the 2006 Ford Explorer 4.0? My 06 Ford Explorer has those symptoms of the leaking at the trans oil line fittings and i like to replace them even more like to replace it with a new Spectre radiator with those new Doorman fittings even thou i had the radiator replaced once at my local Ford dealership several years ago but first i would like to know how you would go about filling the transmission with trans fluid when there is no fill plug on the transmission just a drain plug from the bottom of the pan which i don't understand why would Ford design it that way and no trans oil stick either?

[@rudsaki]

No, 2006 uses CU2816

[@1998gst4611]

@@rudsaki Well my question isn't for you and it was intended for FordTechMakuloco but i will tell you i took a risk and went ahead and purchased the radiator off of amazon anyway. They say that the listed radiator is for the Ford explorer 07-10 and was wandering what was so special that made the 06 explorer different from the 07-10. I found out from some source i can't remember where but they said that the 07-10 specter premium radiators core is a little thicker than the 2006 radiator. So i got the radiator put in my 2006 explorer with no problem. I even compared the new specter premium radiator with my old radiator side by side i can honestly tell you i didn't really see any difference between the two, they look identically the same to me.

[@JMil7777]

I have a 06, 4.0.. just had the radiator changed, I was wondering if it would ok for me to swap out the 20 psi cap for something less of a psi ? what are your thoughts .. Thanks much

[@davids4203]

Does anyone know if the 2952 rad will fit explorers before 8/7/06? I had to install a tyc2816 as that was all that was quickly available and now the cooler line is leaking.

[@joeG9100]

What About a Denso radiator for a 2010 F150 ? Would you trust that?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Denso is a good brand in general yes.

[@g6qwerty]

Spectra premium could be OE supplier to ford?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

+g6qwerty They could be not sure, I know the Ford radiators have less ribs on the top tank so the OE is different in some ways.

[@normansmith7806]

Good video!

[@musicon2540]

Hello. It work with 2007 ford explorer 4.0?

[@jamesconnolly8675]

Hey is it possible for me to pick your brain im trying to fix the same thing your talking about an you seem to know what your doing an i could use your advice and help.

[@saulsandoval2313]

Excellent.

[@harrynicholes3166]

Is the Spectrum Premium CU2816 radiator just as good as the CU2952?

[@isaacgarcia8904]

hey buddy whats the best way to bleed the air out of your cooling system when say like replacing your radiator?... im not sure if you have done a video on that

[@aaroninks]

Leave the radiator cap loose. Run the engine with heater on max heat with blower going. That will force coolant through entire system. Let run 10-15 minutes at idle.

[@abbas674]

I heard spectra premium radiators are good

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Yup

[@billrimmer5596]

Good logic! Avoid the comeback.

[@tomeng6733]

whats the difference between the 2006 and 2007-2010 radiators? The Dorman 800-621 is listed for use in 2006 not 2007-2010. Will it work in my 2008 Mountaineer? Or is there something different about the trans fitting design?

[@fj5492]

I would like to know this I'm about to change my rad

[@wm2427]

91 bronco leaking coolant at transmission cooler line. Is transmission screwed?

[@phillipjacobson4498]

If your trans fluid has coolant in it. The trans oil will look like a strawberry milkshake. No longer red, or brown dirty oil. But contaminated by water giving it a white pink look.

[@markrusso6401]

I have a 2000 F150 4.2 liter that has red color oil in my coolant chamber .do I have a bad radiator?

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Yes

[@markrusso6401]

@@FordTechMakuloco thank you .your the best

[@cst6080]

His ford part number 6L2Z8005AD has nothing to do with this fitting

[@brussell639]

Damn, for once Dorman made a quality part.

[@jsphburk]

Where can I order the Dorman fittings?

[@1998gst4611]

Did you listen to what he said in the video? He listed the link of the parts he used below the youtube video you're watching

[@omarrosas7502]

Does the radiator on 2006 explorer have a flush valve? I want to completely flush mine

[@ozzstars_cars]

buy cheap, get cheap. Most times

[@richardjameson2996]

Found it

[@paulrice3902]

What about 2002 Explorers?

[@CA-yb7rm]

What did you do with your 2002? I have one also. I JB Welded a small leak and that worked fine but it leaks on a seam. I don't want to deal with patching it. I want to replace it. Ford wants $410.62 + tax for their radiator. I didn't ask who makes it. I'm also trying to figure out if I should replace the transcooler while I'm "in there".

[@MrPami9899]

Would the oem fitting fit the spectra prem??

[@FordTechMakuloco]

yes

[@MrPami9899]

FordTechMakuloco thanks man

[@marcuswhite1403]

Tip #1. Don't buy a Ford