{"product_id":"performance-radiator-for-chevrolet-colorado-2004-2012-2-8l-2-9l-3-5l-3-7l","title":"Performance Radiator for Chevrolet Colorado (2004-2012) 2.8L 2.9L 3.5L 3.7L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit All-Aluminum Performance Radiator for 2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces failure-prone factory plastic end-tank units with a high-capacity, dual-row all-aluminum downflow core to maximize thermal rejection under heavy towing, hauling, and high-load driving conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Colorado Thermal Fatigue Problem\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory GMT355 radiators rely on crimped plastic end tanks bonded to a narrow single-row core with rubber gaskets. Over repeated thermal cycles, vibration and coolant pressure degrade the brittle composite tanks, routinely causing micro-cracking at the inlet neck and catastrophic seam separation. Furthermore, the limited OEM core volume struggles with heat soak during sustained climbs or ambient heat, threatening the Atlas inline engine family with elevated cylinder head temperatures and transmission fluid breakdown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed entirely from aircraft-grade aluminum with 100% TIG-welded tanks, this performance radiator eliminates mechanical crimp seals for maximum structural rigidity. The 2-row downflow core (22.8 in. W x 18.1 in. H) significantly increases fluid capacity and convective heat dissipation. Equipped with an integrated internal transmission fluid cooler and direct-fit mounting tabs, it drops into the factory location without shroud modifications and includes a high-pressure 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;\"\u003e2004-2012 Chevrolet Colorado\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;\"\u003eGM Atlas I4 \u0026amp; I5 (LK5, LLV, L52, LLR) \/ GMT355\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;\"\u003e175-242 hp \/ 185-242 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;\"\u003eDPI 2707, CU2707, 15199307, 15199308, 15120862\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2004-2006 Chevrolet Colorado 2.8L I4 (LK5) Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2007-2012 Chevrolet Colorado 2.9L I4 (LLV) Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2004-2006 Chevrolet Colorado 3.5L I5 (L52) Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e2007-2012 Chevrolet Colorado 3.7L I5 (LLR) Automatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003cem\u003eNote: Equipped with internal transmission oil cooler. Not compatible with 5.3L V8 models.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Chevrolet Heavy-Duty Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to handle severe-duty trailering, off-road utility, and high ambient temperature operations, this cooling assembly ensures consistent line pressures and stable coolant temps to protect your truck's powertrain across all duty cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50426216120568,"sku":"DS-E0Z4QNO7V","price":184.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-for-chevrolet-colorado-2004-2012-2-8l-2-9l-3-5l-3-7l-1.jpg?v=1788397397","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-radiator-for-chevrolet-colorado-2004-2012-2-8l-2-9l-3-5l-3-7l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}