recent Sebring Abuse, Oil system help Options

[Jetsetsurfshop]

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Here's what I'm running
2258cc
10.5 to 1 compression
40 webers
494 web cam
type 1 oil pump
mocal oil cooler 25 row
mocal sandwich w/thermostat adapter
accusump 2 quart
Brad Penn Air-cooled oil 15-50 (5 1/2 quarts)

Let me explain my set-up
The oil cooler is a rear mount under the car on the passenger side rear. I made some duct work and its almost vertical to catch the most air as possible.
Track conditions
Sunny, low 80s, 30min sessions

question 1) With that cooler I didn't expect to run in the 230f oil temps. Is 230f acceptable?
question 2) I also have some oil on the top of the case /engine tin pooling. 1-2 side.
It only happens under WOT. Any ideas?
question 3) I never set-up an accusump and I don't like it so far.
It over fills the case at shut-off. Do I have to much air in it (9lbs)?
Other then my oil questions, I had a great time. Ran a 2:51. My new best time.
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[brant]

you really need a front cooler to improve efficiency on the track

I know Chris at Tangerine and others have wonderful rear cooler systems that work... I'm not taking anything away from them

but frontal air is going to be more efficient
and I have always found front coolers to be more effective
(I did put a rear cooler into one car, and was never pleased with it's results)

regarding the accusump... I assume you have a shut off valve?
you have to contain the oil into the sump for shut off
without the valve the over-full condition blows valve cover gaskets
possibly the source of your oil pooling too.

brant