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If I don't track the car, and generally never go over 220F, is an oil cooler worth it

I'm debating on getting an oil cooler after my uprev tune. Is it worth it if it usually doesn't go over 120F? If it will prolong the life of my

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Old 03-19-2012, 07:12 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I'm debating on getting an oil cooler after my uprev tune. Is it worth it if it usually doesn't go over 120F? If it will prolong the life of my engine, I'm all for it.
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Old 03-19-2012, 07:47 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Do you mean 220?
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Yes, 220F. Is there anyway to edit the thread title?
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no, just make sure you change your oil often and try to get synthetic if you can. waste of money and time
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Wow! It's only 13°C here and my car will easily go over 220°F just getting on the highway. You're lucky!
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At what point is an oil cooler needed? If it hits 230F?
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Save money and go synthetic oil. That's the best choice for u. Take that money to buy CAI
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Just updated my sig, already have CAI, CBE & LTH. Uprev tune on Saturday!
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