{"product_id":"performance-radiator-for-subaru-forester-2014-2018-2-5l","title":"Performance Radiator for Subaru Forester (2014-2018) 2.5L","description":"\u003ch2\u003eHeavy-Duty All-Aluminum Performance Radiator for 2014-2018 Subaru Forester\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplaces failure-prone factory radiators with a fully welded all-aluminum core to maximize heat rejection and eliminate end-tank seam separation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock Forester Plastic Tank Vulnerability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOEM radiators in the fourth-generation Forester rely on molded plastic end tanks crimped onto an aluminum core using elastomeric gaskets. Over continuous thermal cycles, ambient temperature swings, and internal operating pressure, the nylon-reinforced plastic degrades, turning brittle. This frequently causes micro-cracking at the upper inlet neck and perimeter gasket blowouts, leading to coolant loss, rapid overheating, and catastrophic head gasket failure on the Boxer engine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis direct-replacement unit utilizes 100% furnace-brazed aluminum construction with precision TIG-welded end tanks, eliminating mechanical crimp seals entirely. The high-density fin and tube configuration increases cooling surface area to resist heat soak under heavy load, towing, or severe off-pavement driving. Billet mounting points, precision-machined hose connections, and integrated fan mounting brackets ensure a drop-in installation retaining factory fan shrouds and sensors.\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;\"\u003e2014-2018 Subaru Forester (2.5L Non-Turbo)\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;\"\u003eFB25B \/ SJ Chassis\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;\"\u003e170 hp \/ 174 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;\"\u003eOE 45111SG000 \/ DPI 13425\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2014-2018 Subaru Forester:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5L Naturally Aspirated Boxer-4 (Base, Premium, Limited, Touring)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Cross Reference:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45111SG000\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDPI Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13425\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does not fit 2.0L Turbo XT models (DPI 13424 \/ FA20DIT).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Subaru Thermal Reliability Standard\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to handle sustained high-RPM loads and challenging AWD terrain, this all-aluminum cooling unit maintains stable coolant operating temperatures to protect the horizontally opposed boxer architecture from thermal distortion and warping.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50414490517752,"sku":"DS-EPYOFS5D7","price":239.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-for-subaru-forester-2014-2018-2-5l-1.jpg?v=1788307023","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-radiator-for-subaru-forester-2014-2018-2-5l","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}