Performance Radiator for Dodge Intrepid Chrysler Concorde (1998-2004) 3.5L

High-Capacity Aluminum Radiator for 1998-2004 Dodge, Chrysler Intrepid, Concorde

What it does: Replaces the restrictive and crack-prone OEM factory plastic-tank radiator with a full aluminum 3-row core to increase cooling capacity by 30% and eliminate heat soak under heavy loads.

The Stock LH Platform Cooling Shortcomings

The second-generation Dodge and Chrysler LH platform vehicles, particularly those equipped with the 3.5L SOHC V6, suffer from inadequate thermal management as they age. OEM radiators utilize crimped plastic end tanks joined to a thin, single-row aluminum core. Repeated thermal cycling causes these plastic tanks to become brittle, leading to hairline cracks and coolant leaks along the inlet and outlet necks. Furthermore, the stock core volume struggles to maintain optimal coolant temperatures during sustained driving or traffic, resulting in heat soak, elevated engine temperatures, and potential head gasket failure.

The Engineering Solution

This heavy-duty radiator re-engineers the cooling circuit using a 3-row, high-density aluminum core measuring 14.42 by 26.57 by 2.05 inches thick. Transitioning from a single-row to a 3-row internal tube architecture drastically increases the surface area for thermal transfer. This design improves fluid dynamics and airflow efficiency, resulting in a 30% increase in total cooling capacity over the factory unit. TIG-welded aluminum construction completely eliminates the weak plastic end tanks, creating a unified metal structure capable of withstanding higher system pressures. Dual 1.26-inch ports ensure unrestricted coolant flow for both manual and automatic transmission vehicles.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• Chrysler 300M 3.5L V6 3497cc 215ci 1999-2004
• Chrysler Concorde 2.7L V6 2736cc 167ci 1998-2004
• Chrysler Concorde 3.2L V6 3200cc 197ci 1998-2001
• Chrysler Concorde 3.5L V6 3497cc 215ci 2002-2004
• Chrysler Intrepid 2.7L V6 2736cc 167ci 1998-2004
• Chrysler Intrepid 3.2L V6 3200cc 197ci 1998-2001
• Chrysler Intrepid 3.5L V6 3497cc 215ci 2000-2004
• Chrysler LHS 3.5L V6 3497cc 215ci 1999-2001
• Dodge Intrepid 3.5L V6 3497cc 215ci 2000-2004
• Dodge Intrepid 2.7L V6 2736cc 167ci 1998-2004
• Dodge Intrepid 3.2L V6 3200cc 197ci 1998-2001

Note: Compatible with both Manual (MT) and Automatic (AT) Vehicles.

The Dodge & Chrysler Durability Standard

For aging full-size American sedans, maintaining consistent engine operating temperatures is non-negotiable. This aluminum radiator prevents localized cylinder head warping and provides the thermal stability required for daily driving reliability and extended highway commuting.