{"product_id":"performance-radiator-for-toyota-land-cruiser-1996-1997-4-5l-automatic","title":"Performance Radiator for Toyota Land Cruiser (1996-1997) 4.5L Automatic","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeavy-Duty All-Aluminum Performance Radiator for 1996-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Function:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct replacement performance cooling upgrade engineered to eliminate thermal saturation and coolant leaks on high-mileage overland and heavy-towing applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Land Cruiser Thermal Breakdown\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory 80-series radiators rely on plastic end-tanks crimped to an aluminum or copper-brass core. Decades of thermal cycling make these plastic composite tanks brittle, resulting in stress cracking along the upper tank neck and perimeter crimp seals. Under continuous low-speed crawling or high-load ambient heat, the OEM 2-row configuration suffers from heat soak, elevating coolant and automatic transmission fluid temps beyond safe operating margins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis drop-in upgrade features 100% TIG-welded aircraft-grade aluminum construction, completely eliminating failure-prone plastic tanks and epoxy joints. The high-density 3-row downflow core measures 16.75\" H x 28.65\" W, significantly increasing fluid capacity, heat transfer surface area, and airflow dissipation. An integrated heavy-duty automatic transmission fluid cooler utilizes factory-spec M14x1.5 threaded ports to maintain stable gearbox operating temperatures during steep hill climbs and off-camber loads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1996-1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 4.5L Automatic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEngine \/ Chassis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1FZ-FE \/ FZJ80\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Output\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e212 hp \/ 275 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eN\/A\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e16.75 in H x 28.65 in W (3-Row)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e22.48 in H x 31.79 in W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr style=\"background-color: #f9f9f9;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInlet \/ Outlet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e1.5 in (Passenger) \/ 1.65 in (Driver)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Cooler\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eInternal, M14x1.5 fittings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1996 Toyota Land Cruiser 80-Series (FZJ80) 4.5L I6 Gasoline Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1997 Toyota Land Cruiser 80-Series (FZJ80) 4.5L I6 Gasoline Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does not fit 1998-later Land Cruiser 4.7L V8 models.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Toyota Durability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt to withstand extreme corrugated roads and heavy payload demands, this full-aluminum core resists torsional fatigue and provides reliable thermal management under extreme trail and towing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50416624795896,"sku":"DS-E3SU1BIIL","price":249.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-for-toyota-land-cruiser-1996-1997-4-5l-automatic-1.jpg?v=1788323091","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/fr\/products\/performance-radiator-for-toyota-land-cruiser-1996-1997-4-5l-automatic","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}