05-18-2010, 05:36 PM
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Originally Posted by ResIpsa
However, even with the Mocal thermostatic sandwich plate it is a pain to get temps above 160 when it gets cold outside. I had to make a custom piece that blocks the area in front of the oil cooler for autumn and winter driving. With it installed, oil temps stay firmly around 210 degrees and never higher than 220.
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Even with the regular cooler size you'll need to do this. I turn my 24 row into a 14 row for the winter and temps run 180+ in most all winter conditions..
Just a simple cap to block off some of it..Bend it up:
Paint it black, and just slip into place when the temps start to drop:
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