Think I need an external oil cooler..., who makes the best kit? |
|
Porsche, and the Porsche crest are registered trademarks of Dr. Ing. h.c. F. Porsche AG.
This site is not affiliated with Porsche in any way. Its only purpose is to provide an online forum for car enthusiasts. All other trademarks are property of their respective owners. |
|
Think I need an external oil cooler..., who makes the best kit? |
billh1963 |
Jul 18 2012, 12:49 PM
Post
#1
|
Car Hoarder! Group: Members Posts: 3,403 Joined: 28-March 11 From: North Carolina Member No.: 12,871 Region Association: South East States |
Driving one of the cars (2.0L with dual carbs) and see a consistent 230-240F on the dipstick temp gauge. The gauge is accurate (tested in boiling water). Normal driving.... 90F day, mixed speeds with 60 to 70 mph max, flat terrain.
The PO had pulled the tins to repaint them so I assume mice nests are not a problem. I will check the oil cooler and the bellows this weekend; however, I don't expect any issues there. So, other than investigating to see if there is a lean condition with the carbs (which impacts CHT more than oil temp...correct?), It looks like my options for remediation are limited to an oil cooler. I've done a search and find most threads are for 6 conversions or homemade setups. Of the few kits available, is there any consensus on a good affordable solution? |
Dave_Darling |
Jul 19 2012, 06:52 PM
Post
#2
|
914 Idiot Group: Members Posts: 15,048 Joined: 9-January 03 From: Silicon Valley / Kailua-Kona Member No.: 121 Region Association: Northern California |
Some knowledgeable people prefer to see oil temp of 180F. I'm in the 212F camp myself, though mine will often run hotter than that.
--DD |
mrbubblehead |
Jul 19 2012, 07:04 PM
Post
#3
|
Twodollardoug Group: Members Posts: 1,155 Joined: 17-December 10 From: calimesa ca. Member No.: 12,492 Region Association: Southern California |
Some knowledgeable people prefer to see oil temp of 180F. I'm in the 212F camp myself, though mine will often run hotter than that. --DD im in the 212 camp myself. atleast that what i shoot for. but running synthetic it can withstand way higher temps, with minimal loss of viscosity, at least when compaired to dino oil. |
Lo-Fi Version | Time is now: 27th September 2024 - 12:03 PM |
All rights reserved 914World.com © since 2002 |
914World.com is the fastest growing online 914 community! We have it all, classifieds, events, forums, vendors, parts, autocross, racing, technical articles, events calendar, newsletter, restoration, gallery, archives, history and more for your Porsche 914 ... |