Performance Aluminum Radiator, fits Volkswagen MK7 Golf TSI/GTI/R, 2015+
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- Direct fit for the 2015+ Volkswagen Golf TSI/GTI/R
- 76-percent increase in external fin surface area
- 56-percent increase in radiator core volume
- Features a 1.65-in (42mm) thick, efficiently brazed aluminum core
- Core features 4.5mm fin height complete with louvered fin design for maximum heat dissipation
- Full aluminum construction including durable, TIG-welded end tanks
- Strutted tubes for maximum durability
- CNC-machined inlet and outlet with OEM style quick disconnect fittings
- Increased fluid capacity for optimal heat dissipation
- Efficient temperature regulation for both stock and modified vehicles
- Patent US No. D974,246 S
- Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Installation Difficulty: Medium
- Direct fit for the 2015+ Volkswagen Golf TSI/GTI/R
- 76-percent increase in external fin surface area
- 56-percent increase in radiator core volume
- Features a 1.65-in (42mm) thick, efficiently brazed aluminum core
- Core features 4.5mm fin height complete with louvered fin design for maximum heat dissipation
- Full aluminum construction including durable, TIG-welded end tanks
- Strutted tubes for maximum durability
- CNC-machined inlet and outlet with OEM style quick disconnect fittings
- Increased fluid capacity for optimal heat dissipation
- Efficient temperature regulation for both stock and modified vehicles
- Patent US No. D974,246 S
- Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Product Description
The stock radiator is adequate for daily driving in any iteration of the Golf and other MQB related cousins. The design struggles to keep up when under more harsh conditions. The thin core coupled with the plastic end tanks also sew the seeds of future cracks and leaks as the vehicle ages.
We started from the ground up with the Mishimoto Performance Radiator, starting with a full-aluminum construction. From the mounting points to the inlet and outlet, the aluminum end tanks are sure to endure the test of time. Complete with precision TIG-welding to our core, the Mishimoto design is significantly less prone to leaks later down the road. To further increase our design's strength, we've incorporated struts into our core's coolant tubes, making this radiator much more resistant to twisting and flexing and effectively reducing the risk of a damaged core to nearly zero.
Durability wasn't the only improvement on our mind, and we wanted to ensure a more efficient coolant temperature regulation for your Golf's engine. To do so, we expanded the core to 1.65", along with precision adjustments to the fin design resulting in a 56% increase in core volume and 76% bump in external fin surface area. Combined with our 4.5mm fin height and louvered fin technology, this radiator is capable of reducing global coolant temperatures for a consistently cool hot-hatch.
The Performance Aluminum Radiator for the 2015+ Volkswagen MK7 Golf TSI/GTI/R is available in a natural finish and includes the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty for a worry-free installation.
TECH SPECS
| Overall Height (in) | 18.1 |
|---|---|
| Overall Length (in) | 29.5 |
| Overall Width (in) | 3.7 |
| Rows | 1 |
| Core Thickness (in) | 1.65 |
| Applications | 2015+ Volkswagen Golf TSI- 015+ Volkswagen GTI 2015+ Volkswagen Golf R 2015+ Audi A3 2015+ Audi S3 2015+ Audi TT |
| Engine Codes | EA888 Gen 3 |
| Chassis Codes | MQB |
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And we're back. We couldn't just mention reality makeover shows without building the tension somehow. It's the unforgettable two-part season finale for the MK7's radiator overhaul, and since I'm sure you're already brimming with anticipation, let's dive right in.
Previously on the Mishimoto Engineering Blog, we left you with the first look at our design in its prototype form, along with some questions about the flow pattern. How many passes will the coolant make through our new design? Hang around to find out. But first, our production sample is in the house, and we're eager to show it off.
Here it is in all its shiny, all-aluminum glory. When we say all-aluminum, we mean it. This
In the age of reality TV, it's almost impossible not to have watched at least one of those makeover shows. Whether it's housing, fashion, tattoos, or even cars, the formula is the same. Old and ugly comes in, and the fixers jump right into the action. Right away, there's a plan to fix it, followed by some shots of the experts looking intently at the problem, making sketches, and diving into the project before cutting to commercial. If our MK7 Volkswagen Golf TSI/GTI/R radiator project was one of those shows, this is precisely where we would be. Our star engineer has evaluated the weak points, and now there's a plan. So, before we hear from our sponsors, let's take a look at the planning phase of our MK7 radiator makeover.
One of the primary challenges with our new design is the
Think about the last time you bought a product that was "Universal" or "One Size Fits All." How well did it actually fit your needs, and how much adjustment was needed for it to work correctly? When it comes to the flagship of Volkswagen's MQB platform, it's a similar situation. These days it's almost impossible to go anywhere without spotting VW's hardest working hot-hatch, the GTI or Golf R. Still, given that the modular platform means shared parts between the smaller Golf TSI, MK7 Jetta, Tiguan, and a myriad of SEATs and Skodas, there can be some things left to be desired, specifically when it comes to keeping the MK7s cool. Luckily, we here at Mishimoto are already hard at work on a fresh new radiator design.
Before we get into just how we plan on improving on the MK7's cooling system, let's dive into the design that VW fitted to these vehicles. Depending on the year, and transmission in your MK7, just every system relies on the primary radiator to keep the temperatures
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