radiator support is rusted out

[soulbleeder78]

how do i go about replacing the radiator support on the passenger side of my 94 navajo? can i buy another one or is it part of the frame?
thanks

 

[tgreene92]

I just ran into the same problem while doing my body lift, mine was welded to the body so no way to bolt a new one in. im not sure if you can order a new one from a parts store or dealer, worth a call to find out though. I cut out the old ones and welded in some new angle iron as the support.

 

[Jason94sport]

I see radiator support as a part on parts sites. Not sure what's entailed to replace it. I would think cutting the old one out & welding in the new one.

 

[Robert Nick]

They should make an Aftermarket Rad-Support. You could drill out the Spot-Welds and Install the New Part. You would probably need the Body Dimension Data from the Service Manual. I put one in on my 00MY Nissan Frontier after a collision.

 

[ghosttrain2]

LMC has one available, I put a used one from a donor on my '94, as it was also rusted out. Robert Nick is correct, you have to drill out the spot welds,and if there is no body damage, should be a straight forward replacement. You will need a good spot weld drill(s) and a mig welder.
Good Luck!