APDI 8010153 Radiator

APDI 8010153 Radiator for GM Applications

The APDI 8010153 radiator is a direct-fit cooling replacement built with a plastic tank and aluminum core construction. It is specified for GM vehicles that use both an engine oil cooler and a transmission oil cooler, making it a practical choice for older Cadillac and Oldsmobile full-size platforms.

Compatible With Cadillac Brougham, Cadillac Fleetwood, Cadillac DeVille, Oldsmobile 98, Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, and Oldsmobile Delta 88 applications listed below, this radiator is sized for the correct core dimensions and hose connections. The APDI 8010153 also cross-references Hayden 153 for the same application.

Key Features

• Plastic tank aluminum radiator construction
• Core dimensions: 17 in. height, 30-1/2 in. width, 1-1/4 in. thickness
• Single-row core design
• Inlet diameter: 1-5/16 in.
• Outlet diameter: 1-9/16 in.
• Engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler provisions, each 8-1/2 in.
• Notes: engine oil cooler on grill side

Detailed Description

APDI part number 8010153 is a radiator for GM rear-wheel-drive vehicles that require integrated cooling for both engine oil and transmission fluid. The core size and cooler layout are matched to the listed Cadillac and Oldsmobile fitments, including 1983-1984 Cadillac DeVille with the 30-1/2 inch core specification, as well as Cadillac Brougham, Cadillac Fleetwood, Oldsmobile 98, Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, and Oldsmobile Delta 88 applications. If you are replacing a worn or leaking APDI 8010153 unit, this radiator provides the correct configuration for vehicles equipped with the factory oil cooler setup.

Vehicle Fitment

• Fits 1987-1992 Cadillac Brougham, N/A, with engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler; radiator.
• Fits 1980-1986 Cadillac Fleetwood, N/A, with engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler; radiator.
• Fits 1980-1984 Cadillac DeVille, N/A, with engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler; radiator.
• Fits 1983-1984 Cadillac DeVille, N/A, with 30 1/2 inch core; with engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler; radiator.
• Fits 1978-1979 Oldsmobile 98, N/A, with engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler; radiator.
• Fits 1978-1979 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser, N/A, with engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler; radiator.
• Fits 1978-1979 Oldsmobile Delta 88, N/A, with engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler; radiator.

Common Problems This Radiator Addresses

• Coolant leaks from an aging or cracked radiator tank
• Overheating caused by restricted or inefficient heat transfer
• Transmission temperature concerns tied to a failing cooler circuit
• Engine oil cooling issues on vehicles equipped with factory oil cooler lines
• Fitment problems when replacing a radiator with the wrong core size or hose diameter

Installation Notes and Tips

Verify the vehicle’s factory cooling layout before installation, especially the engine oil cooler and transmission oil cooler connections. Confirm core dimensions, inlet and outlet sizes, and the grill-side oil cooler orientation against the removed unit to ensure proper alignment. This APDI 8010153 radiator is intended for the listed Cadillac and Oldsmobile applications only, so matching the original configuration is important for a correct replacement.

Quality Assurance

APDI supplies radiator components for vehicle-specific cooling applications, and this radiator is built to match the listed GM fitment requirements. Part number 8010153 is also referenced as Hayden 153 for the same application.