{"product_id":"performance-radiator-for-mazda-b-series-1998-2010-3-0l-4-0l-automatic","title":"Performance Radiator for Mazda B-Series (1998-2010) 3.0L 4.0L Automatic","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit High-Efficiency Aluminum Performance Radiator for 1998-2010 Mazda B-Series\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 runaway and maintain stable automatic transmission temperatures during heavy payload or towing cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock B-Series Thermal Vulnerability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory radiators on 1998-2010 Mazda B-Series (B3000 and B4000) rely on plastic end-tanks crimped to a thin single-row aluminum core using elastomer gaskets. Over repeated heat cycles, the plastic embrittles, leading to stress fractures at the inlet neck and tank seam leaks under pressure. Furthermore, demanding hauling conditions quickly overwhelm the low-density OEM core, causing rapid heat soak that elevates engine coolant temperatures and overstresses the integrated transmission cooler.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis heavy-duty unit eliminates structural failure points by utilizing 100% TIG-welded, aircraft-grade all-aluminum construction with no failure-prone crimped plastic tanks. Featuring a crossflow 2-row performance tube-and-fin configuration, it dramatically increases surface contact area and coolant volume for superior thermal dissipation. The core measures approximately 20-7\/8 in x 23-1\/2 in (overall dimensions 26-1\/2 in x 31-1\/4 in) with standard 1-1\/2 in inlet and outlet ports. It integrates an internal 26 mm x 305 mm transmission oil cooler (5\/8-18 UNF fittings) to ensure optimal automatic transmission line pressure and fluid longevity.\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;\"\u003e1998-2010 Mazda B-Series (B3000 \/ B4000 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;\"\u003eVulcan 3.0L \u0026amp; Cologne 4.0L V6 \/ UN Platform\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;\"\u003e150-207 hp \/ 185-238 lb-ft (Approx)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number \/ Interchange\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px;\"\u003eDPI 2173, CU2173, RAD2173\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998-2008 Mazda B3000 3.0L V6 Automatic Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e1998-2010 Mazda B4000 4.0L V6 Automatic Transmission\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eNote:\u003c\/em\u003e Will not fit 1985-1994 Ranger \/ B-Series 2.0L\/2.3L variants due to alternate core dimensions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Mazda Workhorse Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for severe duty cycles, this all-aluminum drop-in assembly restores cooling headroom and ensures long-term transmission reliability whether tackling off-road trails, daily job site hauling, or highway towing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50426440941816,"sku":"DS-EFWKEZB82","price":229.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-for-mazda-b-series-1998-2010-3-0l-4-0l-automatic-1.jpg?v=1788398574","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-radiator-for-mazda-b-series-1998-2010-3-0l-4-0l-automatic","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}