Hi
I need to replace my heater core in my 94 850. I know that Behr is the OEM equivalent. However, I am on a budget and have uncovered several other brands of heater cores during my internet search. Does anyone have any experience or comments on the following brands?
1) Nissens - I know they are known for their radiators
2) Vollig - made in Germany?
3) PS10
4) AS Alvo - made in Estonia
5) Hamburg Technic - also made in Germany

I have seen these replacements for as little as $65 on eBay. I am willing to try a cheaper one than the Behr but would like to know that it might have a chance of lasting more than a couple of months. Thanks

Truvoice1
94 850 Base Wagon 208k
88 760T Sedan 219k (for sale)
93 Saab 900 Turbo Convertible 242k
91 BMW 318i 230k
89 Ford Bronco II 4WD 248k - RV dinghy
97 Ford Aerostar 205k
99 Ford F53 Pinnacle Class A RV 46k

 

I used a Nissens in mine about a year and a half ago and have had no problems with it. I got it from FCP Groton for about $129 IIRC.

 

See Bobec's posts in this thread; don't f*** around w/heater cores; unless you want to do the job again (soon) go w/Behr.

 

I would go with Nissens/Behr. I would avoid those made in Eastern Europe/China (no continental bias; strictly based on the quality control issues).


JPN

 

I second Brian B.

 

agreed Behr is the way to go

 

Exactly. Nissens suck get a Behr.