Heater core recommendation?

I've been thru multiple discussions on this same topic. Most folks recommend a brass or copper heater core.

Performance Radiator is a good recommendation. Unfortunately, they're currently out of stock.
https://shop.performanceradiator.co...ath=1_22310_22822_22859_22861&product_id=7818
Another good choice is from Superior Cooling - also currently out of stock.
https://www.superiorcooling.co/4874...jeep-cherokee-comanche-wagoneer-wrangler.html
I'm currently searching for a HC also so I'm interested in any other recommendations.
 
voodooridr said:
I got mine from Performance radiator, it's working great so far
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How long ago did you make the purchase? I called them a few weeks ago, they couldn't tell me how long it was going to be until the cores were back in stock.
 
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Lckydrw said:
If you have time, I recommend waiting on performance radiator to get some in stock. They usually ship quickly. It’s a great product.
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That's my plan for now. Hopefully they'll be back in stock soon.
 
Can anyone confirm what material Performance Radiator uses? The photo on their website appears to be an aluminum heater core?
 
SvtLdr said:
Can anyone confirm what material Performance Radiator uses? The photo on their website appears to be an aluminum heater core?
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The 2005 discussed in this thread is standard construction just like any other cheap replacement, plastic top and aluminum core. Not too sure about the older unit but since not too many people make the pinched plastic deals in shop I'd guess they just get an import core and maybe test it for you just like the $35 one on Rockauto.
 
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LJRubicon said:
Brassworks in CA has heater cores available for 1997-2001 and 2002-2006. Ive never used them but they are copper/brass.
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Yes, thank you! Brass Works was the other vendor I'd heard about but couldn't remember the name. It appears they make everything to order. According to their website most heater cores take 18-20 weeks... ouch.

1997-2001
https://thebrassworks.net/collectio...-jeep-wrangler-1984-2001-cherokee-heater-core
2002-2006
https://thebrassworks.net/collections/heater-cores/products/2002-2006-jeep-wrangler-heater-core
Looks like really nice stuff but not cheap.
 
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pagrey said:
This thread reminds me I need to make a bypass and toss it in my toolbox.
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Just pick up a short hose barb. You can actually connect the upper and lower heater hoses to create the bypass. Reuse your existing clamps.
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SvtLdr said:
Yes, thank you! Brass Works was the other vendor I'd heard about but couldn't remember the name. It appears they make everything to order. According to their website most heater cores take 18-20 weeks... ouch.

1997-2001
https://thebrassworks.net/collectio...-jeep-wrangler-1984-2001-cherokee-heater-core
2002-2006
https://thebrassworks.net/collections/heater-cores/products/2002-2006-jeep-wrangler-heater-core
Looks like really nice stuff but not cheap.
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Guy on here has one and said it didn’t heat like the stock one
 
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