Product Description
The RIDEX Engine radiator (470R0145) is an original-equipment-quality thermal management assembly manufactured by RIDEX. Positioned at the front of the engine bay, its primary function is to dissipate heat generated by the engine. Hot coolant is pumped from the engine block through the radiator's high-efficiency brazed aluminum tubes, where thermal energy is transferred to the cooler ambient air passing through the cooling fins. This process ensures the engine operates within its optimal temperature window, preventing localized hot spots and thermal breakdown under high mechanical loads.
Product Specifications
- Manufacturer: RIDEX
- Item Number: 470R0145
- EAN Number: 4059191372775
- Product Condition: New
- Core Dimensions [mm]: 430 x 322 x 34 (Width x Height x Thickness)
- Core Material: High-grade Brazed Aluminum for maximum thermal conductivity
- Tank Material: Reinforced, heat-stabilized Polymer/Plastic compound
- Transmission Type: Engineered for vehicles equipped with Manual Transmissions
- Equipment Variant: Designed for models without factory-installed Air Conditioning (AC) systems
Vehicle Compatibility
This compact 430mm x 322mm core radiator is a staple cooling component engineered primarily for classic, naturally aspirated, water-cooled Volkswagen Group (VAG) vehicles built throughout the 1980s and 1990s:
| Car Model | Compatible Engines / Variants | Engine Power (hp / kW) | Year of Manufacture |
|---|---|---|---|
| VW Golf II (19E, 1G1) / Jetta II (19E) | 1.0 / 1.3 / 1.3 Cat / 1.6 / 1.6 D / 1.6 TD (Base petrol and non-intercooled diesel models) |
45 - 75 hp / 33 - 55 kW | 1983 - 1992 |
| VW Golf I (17) / Jetta I (16) / Convertible (155) | 1.5 / 1.6 / 1.6 D / 1.6 TD / 1.8 (Selected narrow-grille or standard core configurations) |
54 - 95 hp / 40 - 70 kW | 1977 - 1993 |
| VW Scirocco I & II (53, 53B) | 1.5 / 1.6 / 1.8 (Standard manual transaxle layouts) | 70 - 95 hp / 51 - 70 kW | 1977 - 1992 |
| SEAT Toledo I (1L) | 1.6 i (Early single-point injection variants) | 71 - 73 hp / 52 - 54 kW | 1991 - 1993 |
| VW Caddy I Pickup (14) | 1.5 / 1.6 / 1.6 Diesel | 54 - 75 hp / 40 - 55 kW | 1982 - 1992 |
⚠️ Critical Fitment Advisory: Classic VAG vehicles came factory-equipped with multiple variations of radiator widths (e.g., 430mm, 480mm, 525mm, or 675mm) depending on local climate packages, engine displacement, and towing or air conditioning options. This specific item features the **430mm narrow core length**. It will NOT fit high-output setups (like 1.8 GTI 16V or G60), models with automatic gearboxes, or cars equipped with climate control, which require wider cooling matrices. Always verify your existing radiator's core width before purchasing.
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Reference Numbers
This premium replacement radiator core cross-references directly with or serves as a drop-in substitute for the following factory assembly part numbers:
- VAG (VW / AUDI / SEAT / SKODA): 171 121 253CB, 171121253CB, 171 121 253CJ, 171121253CJ, 191 121 253, 191121253, 191 121 253L, 191121253L