A/C Condenser Easily Punctured
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Originally posted by GaryA
Be careful about adding any kind of after-market screening. The vehicle warranty states that the warranty can be voided if a problem is the result of after-market products.
Gary A
Be careful about adding any kind of after-market screening. The vehicle warranty states that the warranty can be voided if a problem is the result of after-market products.
Gary A
Yes, the pet screen will reduce air flow. That might cause the radiator to overheat in hot climate and stop-n-go traffic. I'll work on my "pet project" next weekend and let you guys know how I make out.
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I was thinking of some kind of metal/plastic grate with rather big holes.
You can buy the aftermarket grill mesh and cut it to fit.... heck, they sell the stuff at Walmart.
I wouldn't suggest anything with very small holes as that will impede airflow... the Lexus engine seems to run hot and I'm more concerned about its cooling than mine.
You can buy the aftermarket grill mesh and cut it to fit.... heck, they sell the stuff at Walmart.
I wouldn't suggest anything with very small holes as that will impede airflow... the Lexus engine seems to run hot and I'm more concerned about its cooling than mine.
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I just ordered a new condenser from www.radiatorbarn.com. $175.00
I know the site sounds uhh... funny... but they have the cheapest prices that I've found.
The offer free shipping, 1 year warranty, guaranteed new.
Don't know when I'll be performing the swap, but I'll keep this thread updated.
I know the site sounds uhh... funny... but they have the cheapest prices that I've found.
The offer free shipping, 1 year warranty, guaranteed new.
Don't know when I'll be performing the swap, but I'll keep this thread updated.
#19
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Originally posted by maxjay
I was thinking of some kind of metal/plastic grate with rather big holes.
You can buy the aftermarket grill mesh and cut it to fit.... heck, they sell the stuff at Walmart.
I was thinking of some kind of metal/plastic grate with rather big holes.
You can buy the aftermarket grill mesh and cut it to fit.... heck, they sell the stuff at Walmart.
I figured out how to protect the top portion last weekend. I cut the pet mesh screen to size, and used document clips (not paper clips) to clip the screen to the "black plastic lip" on top of the radiator. It works great, very secure, and can be easily removed. I'll monitor the temperature.
Now I need to figure out how to protect the lower portion (the big mouth under the bumper.)
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