Cracked radiator / core support

2023 Ford F-150 Tremor · 5.0L V8

Front radiator / core-support component

Chosen

Ford (OEM, used)

Installed

Installed — bought used locally, 17 Sep 2026

Why this option

Confirmed cracked on both sides during the intake inspection. This is structural and sits ahead of every cosmetic decision on the list — the Raptor front end, bumper and grille all mount to this area, so nothing forward of the firewall gets installed until it's sound.

Trade-offs

The part number on the unit still has to be confirmed against the VIN. OEM is the standing policy for collision repair on this truck — no aftermarket comparison was run, because matching the factory part is the requirement. A used support from a local yard rather than a new one from Ford; it fitted and works as it should.

Photography

Bench photo once it arrives

As delivered

Ford (OEM, used) Front radiator / core-support component — In place, 14 Oct 2026. — Installed

Added once it's been lived with

In use

What it actually cost

Part: $253.18
All-in: $253.18

Used unit from Knox Auto Parts (Aesop of Tennessee), Knoxville, bought 17 Sep 2026 and collected in person. Receipt total; tax was not itemised.

Vehicle this applies to

Fitment notes here are specific to this truck's configuration. Check yours before ordering.

Vehicle: 2023 Ford F-150 Tremor
Engine: 5.0L V8
Cab: SuperCrew
Bed: 5.5 ft
Rear axle: 3.73
Factory options: Adaptive cruise, moonroof
Target tire size: 35 in
Tow load: 6,500 lb Airstream
Front end: Gen 3 Raptor-spec conversion — FiberwerX carbon panels, OEM Raptor grille, ADD bumpers
Parts fitment: Gen 3 Raptor spec
Title: Salvage — front-end impact (both front corners), rear impact, both headlights, rear leaf springs