Very helpful. However, shroud removal (#10) cannot be done until after removal of fan and fluid coupling - #12.
Hardest part is actually the removal and replacement of the factory hose clamps from the outlet hose. You will need Channellock (or similar) offset pliers for this. Consider replacing with regular hose-clamps. Also if your replacement radiator is just a tiny bit bigger (mine was) you will have to temporarily loosen one of the mounting brackets - 12 mm socket, passenger side is easiest one to get to.
I have just changed my mind about the hardest part. Loosening the lock bolt on the alternator bracket is very awkward - it's located right behind the belt - very easy to "round off" the bolt.
On most cars I can normally swap out a radiator in less than an hour, but this job will take longer - 3 hours would be quick. With one bad bolt or clamp, 4 hours is quite possible. Good luck!
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