{"product_id":"aluminum-radiator-for-lexus-is-1998-2005-2-0l","title":"Aluminum Radiator for Lexus IS (1998-2005) 2.0L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit Aluminum Radiator for 1998-2005 Lexus IS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgrades the factory cooling circuit with an all-aluminum, dual-row core designed to prevent thermal breakdown and eliminate brittle plastic end tank failures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock IS Cooling Vulnerability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory XE10 cooling systems rely on composite plastic end tanks crimped onto a thin single-row aluminum core. Over repeated thermal cycles, engine bay heat causes the polymer to degrade, become brittle, and crack along the crimp seam or hose necks. Furthermore, narrow factory fin spacing and minimal core thickness restrict heat dissipation capacity, accelerating heat soak during sustained high-RPM operation and track conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed entirely from aviation-grade aluminum, this unit replaces failure-prone plastic tanks with 100% TIG-welded aluminum end tanks and a vacuum-brazed 2-row core measuring 1.42 inches in thickness. The increased coolant capacity and dual-row tube matrix maximize surface-area heat dissipation without restricting coolant velocity. It features an integrated transmission oil cooler (TOC) for automatic applications and includes a precision CNC-machined billet filler neck and radiator cap.\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;\"\u003e1998-2005 Lexus IS \/ Toyota Altezza 2.0L\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;\"\u003e1G-FE \/ GXE10 (XE10)\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;\"\u003e153 hp \/ 144 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCore Dimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e14.76 in x 25.51 in x 1.42 in (2-Row)\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;\"\u003e1.26 in \/ 1.26 in\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;\"\u003e16400-7A630\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998-2005 Lexus IS200 2.0L AT\/MT (GXE10)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998-2005 Toyota Altezza 2.0L (GXE10\/SXE10 spec applications)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eNote: Does not fit 3.0L 2JZ-GE (JCE10) IS300 models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Lexus JDM Performance Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to handle the demands of spirited street and circuit driving, this cooling assembly maintains stable coolant operating temperatures under heavy thermal load, preserving the high-revving performance and reliability of the XE10 chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50460389474552,"sku":"DS-EGTYJQFQB","price":222.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/aluminum-radiator-for-lexus-is-1998-2005-2-0l-1.jpg?v=1788821291","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/aluminum-radiator-for-lexus-is-1998-2005-2-0l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}