{"product_id":"csf7218","title":"BMW E60 M5 \/ E6X M6 High-Performance All-Aluminum Radiator","description":"\u003cp\u003e7218\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no questioning that the V10 S85 is an amazing motor and the factory radiator does a decent job at keeping the car cool. However, factory replacements can be hard to get at times. The heat produced by the V10 also puts a lot of strain on the cooling system as a whole. A larger and more efficient radiator will help your entire system last longer and perform in the most demanding situations. It is also a much needed upgrade for those running a supercharger system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CSF radiator features a 2-Row 42mm aluminum core that not only increases the fluid capacity of the radiator, but also improves the cores ability to dissipate heat. CSF's\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/csfrace.com\/pages\/tech-quality\"\u003eExclusive B-Tube Technology\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eincreases the heat transfer by approximately 15% over regular oval welded tubes. Between the 6 additional rows of cooling tubes\/fins and the thicker 42mm 2 row core, the CSF Radiator will outperform the OEM unit by a significant margin. In addition, the super-efficient multi-louvered fins maximize airflow through the core for the best possible performance. The radiator mounts in the factory location and requires no modifications or cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCSF has been making the highest quality High-Performance All-Aluminum Radiators for decades. With an industry-leading reputation and deep knowledge of high-performance BMW cooling systems, it was no surprise when requests came in for an E60 M5 \/ E6X M6 option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"center\"\u003eCSF vs OEM\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe factory radiator for the E60 M5 and E6X M6 are pretty nice all aluminum units. While they have proven to be fairly robust, age and additional power tend to push them over the edge. Owners who have superchargers tend to have the most issues with their radiators. Between the extra heat produced with forced induction and the heat exchanger mounting in front of the radiator, the factory radiator is working overtime. The E6X models are also getting close to 20 years old and entering the \"future classic\" stage of life with many owners doing restorations and updates. Anyone who has restored\/updated an older car knows the value of having upgraded parts that are as efficient as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"media-grid-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"CSF #7218 E60 M5\/E6X M6 High-Performance Radiator\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/2893\/3037\/files\/7218_1.jpg?v=1729542868\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"BMW OE 17112282732\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/2893\/3037\/files\/BMW-17112282732_1.jpg?v=1760120383\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"CSF #7218 E60 M5\/E6X M6 High-Performance Radiator\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/2893\/3037\/files\/7218_2.jpg?v=1729542865\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCSF #7218\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"media-grid-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"BMW OE 17112282732\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/2893\/3037\/files\/BMW-17112282732_2.jpg?v=1760120383\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"center\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eBMW OE 17112282732\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CSF radiator features a 2-Row 42mm aluminum core that not only increases the fluid capacity of the radiator, but also improves the cores ability to dissipate heat. CSF's\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/csfrace.com\/pages\/tech-quality\"\u003eExclusive B-Tube Technology\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eincreases the heat transfer by approximately 15% over regular oval welded tubes. Between the 6 additional rows of cooling tubes\/fins and the thicker 42mm 2 row core, the CSF Radiator will outperform the OEM unit by a significant margin. In addition, the super-efficient multi-louvered fins maximize airflow through the core for the best possible performance. The radiator mounts in the factory location and requires no modifications or cutting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCSF's TIG-Welded 100% All Aluminum construction increases the overall strength of the radiator. This improves durability and longevity so you can be confident it will hold up to hard driving conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCSF\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOEM\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e# Core Rows\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e# Cooling Tubes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e54\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e# Cooling Fin Rows\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e55\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e49\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eFin Height\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eCore Material\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTank Material\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eConstruction\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100% TIG Welded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrazed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegardless of your driving style and how you use your M5\/M6, an upgraded and more robust cooling system is always beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"center\"\u003e[?] Frequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe BMW S85 uses a unique radiator setup that comes up quite often in product inquiries. The radiator effectively functions as two radiators in one unit. Each bank of cylinders has its own radiator and thermostat (located in the return flow line). The radiator is divided into an upper and lower system. Cylinders 1-5 (Left Hand Side) flows through the upper system while cylinders 6-10 flow through the lower system (see diagram below).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"media-grid-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"BMW S85 E60 M5 E6X M6 Cooling System Diagram\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/2893\/3037\/files\/7218_S85-Cooling-Diagram.jpg?v=1760121395\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/2893\/3037\/files\/7218_2.jpg?v=1729542865\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"center\"\u003eMake it a package\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCSF offers a Race-Spec Engine Oil Cooler for the E6X M5 \u0026amp; M6 (\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/csfrace.com\/products\/8275-bmw-e60-m5-e6x-m6-race-spec-engine-oil-cooler\"\u003eCSF #8275\u003c\/a\u003e) that perfectly compliments the upgraded Radiator. Whether your M5\/M6 is a casual cruiser or a track monster, everyone can benefit from an upgraded oil cooler. Supercharged S85's will benefit the most though as the added power comes at a cost of more heat. High oil temperatures can quickly send a car into limp mode and as well as lead to catastrophic engine damage. The CSF engine oil cooler is also a great preventative maintenance upgrade to avoid costly repairs and extend the longevity of your vehicle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"media-grid-2\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/2893\/3037\/files\/8275_0.jpg?v=1729545089\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/2893\/3037\/files\/8275_2.jpg?v=1729545091\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-Row, 42mm Ultra-High-Performance Core\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCooling Tubes with CSF's Exclusive B-Tube Technology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.5mm Tall Ultra Efficient Fins with a Multi-Louvered Design for Maximum Surface Area Contact\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCNC Machined Mounting Brackets and OEM Style \"Quick Connect\" Inlet\/Outlet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e100% All Aluminum TIG-Welded Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSatin Finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrue Plug-and-Play \"Drop-in Fit\" Installation Requires Absolutely No Modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndividually Leak and Pressure Tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-Year Limited Warranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eYear Range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMake\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eChassis Code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTrim\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEngine \/ Trans \/ Etc\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2006-2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE60\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0L V10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2006-2010\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBMW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eE63\/E64\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.0L V10\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBMW: 17-11-2-282-732\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBMW: 17 11 2 282 732\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBMW: 17112282732\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"CSF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42867531350129,"sku":"csf7218","price":915.9,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1088\/6742\/files\/7218_0_b768e9b8-91c2-4ac2-b5bb-84caa0b7588c.webp?v=1766070245","url":"https:\/\/www.parkautomotorsports.ca\/products\/csf7218","provider":"Park Auto Motorsports","version":"1.0","type":"link"}