[djimellis]

I have replaced my radiator twice. The original rad lasted 29 years. The next one lasted just over a year and cost about $2200. The third rad, which is far more robust than the second cost exactly the same $2200. The second rad was a rush job as we were way off the beaten track at the time & needed a rad immediately. After 2 repairs to that rad I found that there were people trying to get a class action law suit going against the manufacturer.
The third rad was installed last winter in Mesa, Az. It is by far a more robust radiator. I expect it to last at least 10 years if not more. Hope this helps.