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Title: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: ccsct203 on September 26, 2009, 09:21:48 PM
nice Ebay item
fits well and cools better
(http://i41.photobucket.com/albums/e299/ccsct203/HPIM0023.jpg)
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: higbonzo on September 26, 2009, 09:23:53 PM
Looks Sharp.

What is the total bill on something like that?

Later...
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: ccsct203 on September 26, 2009, 09:28:13 PM
the oil cooler was $85 plus shipping
an reducers an-8 to an -6 $19
then the hoses and fittings to the motor which i had
was nearly a bolt on
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: ccsct203 on September 26, 2009, 09:45:31 PM
Fluidyne
11x6x2
trippmotorsports eBay store!
P/N DB30115
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: Dan Filetti on September 26, 2009, 09:49:32 PM
How much extra oil do you need to keep the system full?

Just curious.

Dan
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: ccsct203 on September 26, 2009, 09:53:50 PM
i checked the "level window" with the original cooler while running and the found this one needs an extra 1/2 quart to match the level
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: higbonzo on September 26, 2009, 10:20:20 PM
Quote from: ccsct203 on September 26, 2009, 09:45:31 PM
Fluidyne
11x6x2
trippmotorsports eBay store!
P/N DB30115


Thanks.
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: thuber3040 on September 27, 2009, 01:09:04 PM
I'm not sure that we would need them with the larger cooler, but I was thinking of adding a pair of 4" 12v fans, like computer fans to force extra air through the cooler when the temp goes up outside, or in stop and go city traffic
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: ccsct203 on September 27, 2009, 02:01:40 PM
great idea
I'll look for a set
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: thuber3040 on September 27, 2009, 09:27:14 PM


SilenX iXtrema Pro 120mm Thermistor Case Fan IXP-74-14T        $14.99
SilenX:
FRYS.com #: 5525390
The ultimate in airflow to noise ratio, iXtrema Pro Quiet Fans are the only fans in the industry to be designed with silence and optimal airflow in mind. Smaller, domed motor hub, larger, more dramatic fan blade sweep area, no other fans on the market come even close in performance! There might be fans that offer more airflow or lower noise levels, but when it comes to a balance between the two, these fans can't be beat. Now available in a thermal controlled version, it comes with a 300mm long attached thermistor so you don't need to fiddle around with a fan controller! Simply mount the thermistor close to a heat sensitive component and the fan will speed up and down based on the temperature it senses.

They can be bought for under 10 if you dont want a thermostat, and some even have colored led's inside when they run.  :bad:
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: Ratchet_72 on September 27, 2009, 09:32:15 PM
Water resistant hopefully? I'd make sure if I was you. Go to a wrecking yard and pry a good one off a Honda that's gonna be a bit tougher, larger, and water-resistant. i.e. made for a vehicle.

Quote from: thuber3040 on September 27, 2009, 09:27:14 PM


SilenX iXtrema Pro 120mm Thermistor Case Fan IXP-74-14T        $14.99
SilenX:
FRYS.com #: 5525390
The ultimate in airflow to noise ratio, iXtrema Pro Quiet Fans are the only fans in the industry to be designed with silence and optimal airflow in mind. Smaller, domed motor hub, larger, more dramatic fan blade sweep area, no other fans on the market come even close in performance! There might be fans that offer more airflow or lower noise levels, but when it comes to a balance between the two, these fans can't be beat. Now available in a thermal controlled version, it comes with a 300mm long attached thermistor so you don't need to fiddle around with a fan controller! Simply mount the thermistor close to a heat sensitive component and the fan will speed up and down based on the temperature it senses.

They can be bought for under 10 if you dont want a thermostat, and some even have colored led's inside when they run.  :bad:

Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: thuber3040 on September 28, 2009, 12:11:08 AM
That is true, I wonder how the size and thickness of those, or maybe they have one of the thin electric ones the street rodders use, but I know those are pricey.

Maybe some small aluminum "wings" on each end of the cooler to scoop a little more air through there.

But for stop and go I'd rather have a fan
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: jimmyboy on March 24, 2011, 03:09:37 PM
I was just killing time from surgery and ran across this.  My question is can the hoses be connected to the top of the cooler?  I was thinking that it would make it easier to check the oil level between changes.  Pat I know you are working on a cooler, how are you doing?  Jim
Title: Re: my new 15 row oversized oil cooler
Post by: Pat Conlon on March 29, 2011, 11:52:00 AM
Quote from: jimmyboy on March 24, 2011, 03:09:37 PM
Pat I know you are working on a cooler, how are you doing?  Jim

Hey Jim, not me, it's Randy @ RPM that's working on the FJ oil cooler.  Stay tuned.  I'll try and remember to ping you when the details develop.

Best wishes on your surgery and speedy recovery....summer she's a commin!