mikef04

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Hi, recently bought my self an oil cooler from a Snet member, and am looking at fitting it in the near future. I have a few questions regarding the fitting etc.

1. If i spray the cooler black how badly will it affect the performance of it?
2. Do i go for a thermostatic sandwich plate or not?
3. How do i work out how much extra oil to add on a service?

Thanks
Mike

chrisdicko

iTrader: (21)

1. It will slightly affect it, but if you'd really notice the difference, not sure? Quite a few people spray their intercoolers to no ill effect.

2. Yeah, you want a thermostat on it

3. Easiest way would be to fill the pipes and cooler up with oil, then measure what you've poured in.

mikef04

iTrader: (7)

Thanks for the reply, would an ordinary vht paint be needed?

Splitpin

Mike, one question before you go further: What average and peak oil temperatures are you seeing at the moment, and what is the state of tune/modification of your engine at the moment?

53

iTrader: (41)

Will be c.340bhp/FMIC/Simtek/Injectors to suit/AFP5-16Hybrid etc...

Cooler is foresight for trackday oil temps, road use is meh !

It's a nice little OEM Spec C unit, will fit tidy behind a classic grille and will be all the better for a spritz of VHT.

Splitpin