Wipeout Posted July 9, 2005 Share Posted July 9, 2005 What ever happened about the RadTech SMIC's that were going to be made? Did they start production of these? Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovatt Posted July 9, 2005 Share Posted July 9, 2005 they made 1 but there was never enough interest to make more, we needed 10 and after months of waiting we only had 8 people Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted July 9, 2005 Share Posted July 9, 2005 How much was that supposed to cost then? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wipeout Posted July 9, 2005 Author Share Posted July 9, 2005 Oh ok, it could have been good if they were prepared to start production. I think it was around the 300 mark if 10 people could have been found. I could do with a new SMIC as mine has seen better days (About 10yrs ago) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted July 9, 2005 Share Posted July 9, 2005 For £300 I'd consider one, if it had aluminum end-tanks and a quality core. It would be overall better than any of the unducted FMICs I've seen blocking people's coolant rads. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl0s Posted July 9, 2005 Share Posted July 9, 2005 they looked very good indeed, but I guess everyone was just a bit skint at the time. I wanted one but had no money. I'd go for one now though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
suprarob Posted July 9, 2005 Share Posted July 9, 2005 I wanted one I was disapointed this group buy didn,t go ahead any chance of trying to redo the group buy lovatt? as the cars get older more people my want one Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJI Posted July 9, 2005 Share Posted July 9, 2005 I bought one from RadTech about two months ago. Its a nice looking unit, but can take a bit of effort to fit properly. I'm happy with its performance upto now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wipeout Posted July 9, 2005 Author Share Posted July 9, 2005 How much was it AJI? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keith C Posted July 9, 2005 Share Posted July 9, 2005 I still very strongly recommend Chris W's SMIC for a upgrade - fits perfectly and is a proper jobbie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest bomex989 Posted July 9, 2005 Share Posted July 9, 2005 How much was it AJI? what he said Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imi Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 £300 is a bargain. Whats you view on its quality and performance? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJI Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 I paid £350 for mine.... it would have been cheaper in a group buy but still at £350 I think I've got value for money. RadTech's design is a much deeper unit than the stock version and can flow a greater volume of air through it at any one point in time. It uses all the stock mounting points and fit into the same location, no need for any other hoses at it uses all stock parts. Only thing to note is that due to its greater depth space gets rather tight when fitting it. I took mine to Envy to fit as it involves taking off the front bumper and inner wheel arch shroud... be the same sort of thing no matter which SMIC you go for. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl0s Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 I paid £350 for mine.... it would have been cheaper in a group buy but still at £350 I think I've got value for money. RadTech's design is a much deeper unit than the stock version and can flow a greater volume of air through it at any one point in time. It uses all the stock mounting points and fit into the same location, no need for any other hoses at it uses all stock parts. Only thing to note is that due to its greater depth space gets rather tight when fitting it. I took mine to Envy to fit as it involves taking off the front bumper and inner wheel arch shroud... be the same sort of thing no matter which SMIC you go for. I'll say! Great value for money. I just replaced my SMIC with a good-condition stock one and as you say it's bumper off, wheel arch liner off et cetera. I had considered ringing RadTech to see if they sold them but had presumed they were going to be specially made for this GB. No one said they were available off the shelf! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imi Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 OK, some questions.... How does the NEW RADTECH compare to the New Stock SMIC from a quality and performance point of view? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarkey Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 Is there a URL for the RadTech ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imi Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 Chris Wilson has previously said positive things about RADTECH which is always a plus. (do a search for previous posts on RADTECH) More info required and then a simple credit card swipe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 ...as you say it's bumper off, wheel arch liner off et cetera. Not really, I changed mine and the bumper didn't move a millimetre. Just the headlight and the arch liner. You need to apply some common sense when fitting the new one though, the liner goes first on it's own then it is screwed on the SMIC. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl0s Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 Not really, I changed mine and the bumper didn't move a millimetre. Just the headlight and the arch liner. You need to apply some common sense when fitting the new one though, the liner goes first on it's own then it is screwed on the SMIC. can you explain that in a bit more detail? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
carl0s Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 Is there a URL for the RadTech ? it seems it would be http://www.radtech.co.uk , which is a uk2.net redirect to radtechltd.freeserve.co.uk or something, which is not there anymore! anyhoo.. searching for "radtech radiators" brings up lots of discussions with people recommending them for custom work, including the following: You could try RadTech in Birmingham, they made a special for me for the 460ci Ford for about £360.00 all in, and that was with me asking for odd size inlet and outlets, dam fine piece of work. RadTech 0121 3569229 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnA Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 can you explain that in a bit more detail? I didn't need to take off the bumper to change the FMIC. If you have the replacement i/c next to you, orient it and see exactly where the 3 mounting points are. You'll find that you can access them with just taking off the headlight and the arch liner. Have the car raised from the driver's side obviously, and take the wheel off. It was an easy swap, despite me having to negotiate around the larger UK brakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lovatt Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 if there is enough interest i will sort this out, but i really need to see enough interest as i put alot of effort into sorting this last time only to be let down over and over again by people backing out when it was time to pay, dont forget people i make nothing on these the same as the badges and is just to help the supra community out so please make it as easy as posible for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toms Supra Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 Do It! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
imi Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 I am interested for sure. Lets get some more info about these SMIC's as far as performance and quality is concerned compared to a BRAND NEW stock Toyota one & other offerings available BEFORE I commit to one. Regards Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
montezumola Posted July 10, 2005 Share Posted July 10, 2005 I think a new SMIC is on the cards for me too. If you can get a group buy for the £300 mark I'd be very interested. Think I kinda *need* one more than want, if you know what I mean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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