{"product_id":"performance-radiator-for-subaru-wrx-1996-2000-2-0l-2-5l-manual","title":"Performance Radiator for Subaru WRX (1996-2000) 2.0L 2.5L Manual","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDirect-Fit All-Aluminum Performance Radiator for 1996-2000 Subaru WRX\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat it Does:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upgrades the factory cooling circuit with a heavy-duty, all-aluminum core designed to eliminate thermal degradation and maintain consistent engine operating temperatures under sustained boost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Stock WRX Thermal Weakness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFactory radiators in the first-generation WRX utilize crimped plastic end-tanks mated to a thin aluminum core. Over time, repeated thermal cycles and elevated cooling system pressures from the turbocharged boxer layout cause the composite tanks to embrittle, crack at the inlet neck, and separate along the crimp seam. Furthermore, the limited stock core volume struggles with heat soak during track sessions or spirited driving, raising cylinder head temps and increasing knock vulnerability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Engineering Solution\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstructed entirely from aircraft-grade aluminum, this performance radiator features a high-density, brazed cooling core with fully TIG-welded end tanks to eliminate mechanical crimp-seal failure points. The increased core thickness significantly raises total coolant capacity and heat-dissipating surface area, improving thermal rejection rates and stabilizing block temperatures under extreme load without requiring chassis modifications.\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;\"\u003e1996-2000 Subaru WRX (Manual Transmission)\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;\"\u003eEJ20, EJ25 \/ GC8, GF8\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;\"\u003e218–276 hp \/ 214–260 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 45111-AA170 \/ 45111-AA260\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\u003e1996-2000 Subaru Impreza WRX\u003c\/strong\u003e – 2.0L Turbo \/ 2.5L Engines (Manual Transmission)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Replacement for OEM Part Numbers:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45111-AA170, 45111-AA260\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFitment Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Does not fit 2002-later WRX models (GDA\/GDB chassis).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Subaru Track Caliber\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered to handle high-boost JDM boxer power levels, this aluminum radiator prevents heat-soak-induced timing pull, ensuring peak power delivery and head gasket reliability on both street and track.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"VelocityMax","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50414492811512,"sku":"DS-ECFXB9D9T","price":199.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0800\/1290\/2648\/files\/performance-radiator-for-subaru-wrx-1996-2000-2-0l-2-5l-manual-1.jpg?v=1788307198","url":"https:\/\/performancechiptuning.com\/products\/performance-radiator-for-subaru-wrx-1996-2000-2-0l-2-5l-manual","provider":"Performance Chip Tuning","version":"1.0","type":"link"}