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Originally Posted by DrSavant
Depends on the year of your E70 and the age of the radiator you bought. If you buy a new OEM one these days, pre 11 models need an adapter, which makes the installation somewhat more annoying - went through this with my 09.
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It's an 08 X5 3.0si. I found a Behr (BMW OEM) on EBay for $357. Found Koolman aftermarket "like OEM" for $250'ish. And another 3rd party, JSD Autoparts in AZ, selling one they make themselves for $200. It looks like I need the newer hose with these, which runs $40-$50.
I'm ready to buy..one of those above, not sure which because I've only read about Behr. Can't find a lot of info on Koolman or the JSD one. The prices are appealing, but not if the radiator cracks after 1000 miles.
But back to the topic at hand, I got under the hood and still can't figure out which screws need to come out and exactly how to lift out the current radiator. Anyone with pics and/or detailed instructions? It would be so much appreciated.