{"product_id":"performance-radiator-for-dodge-charger-2009-2023","title":"Performance Radiator for Dodge Charger (2009-2023)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHigh-Capacity Performance Radiator for 2009-2023 Dodge Charger\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e Replaces the restrictive and prone-to-cracking factory radiator with a high-density 3-row aluminum unit to dramatically lower coolant temperatures under load.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Charger Thermal Weakness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOEM LX and LD chassis radiators utilize single-row aluminum cores crimped to plastic end tanks. Over time, thermal cycling and pressure spikes cause these plastic tanks to fatigue, crack, and leak at the crimp seams. Furthermore, the standard cooling configuration suffers from heat soak during high-load conditions, especially in 5.7L HEMI engines. This elevates coolant temperatures, forcing the ECU to pull ignition timing to prevent detonation and power loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis radiator eliminates plastic failure points using TIG-welded, 2mm-thick AA5052 aircraft-grade aluminum for both the core and end tanks. The 3-row racing spec configuration spaces cooling rows just 3\/8\" apart, yielding a 25% increase in core row density. Paired with a dense 14-16 fins-per-inch count, it expands the heat dissipation surface area by roughly 1,500 fins over OEM. The advanced brazed core design delivers a 30% to 45% increase in thermal efficiency and expands total coolant capacity to buffer temperature surges. An OEM-style brass petcock drain replaces fragile plastic plugs to ensure long-term serviceability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"100%\" style=\"border-collapse: collapse; border: 1px solid #e0e0e0; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\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;\"\u003e2009-2023 Dodge Charger\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;\"\u003eEER, EGG, Pentastar, HEMI \/ LX, LD\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;\"\u003e178-370 hp \/ 190-395 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;\"\u003e68050126AB, 68050126AA, 2AMR3157AA, CH3010358, 13157\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eONLY fit for Models with Standard Cooling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFits 2.7L, 3.5L, 3.6L, and 5.7L engines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT For models with Severe or Severe Duty II Cooling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT For 2012-2014 Chrysler 300 6.4L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT For 2011-2014 Dodge Challenger 6.4L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT For 2012-2014 Dodge Charger 6.4L\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"background-color: rgb(255, 255, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOT For 6.2L engine models\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Dodge Muscle Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor heavy LX and LD muscle cars, managing thermal loads translates directly to consistent performance. Maintaining optimal engine temperatures prevents heat soak, ensuring precise spark timing and sustained power delivery across the entire RPM band.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50122888544504,"sku":"DS-EQZF51HRU","price":249.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-for-dodge-charger-2009-2023-1.webp?v=1786034940","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-radiator-for-dodge-charger-2009-2023","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}