DIY: Oil Cooler (scratch built install, lottsa pics).....>.

CZero · 04-20-2011, 12:53 AM

Just want everyone to know that it is more expensive to buy these kits bit by bit when racerpartswholesale.com sells the kit with all those pieces listed at around 40 bucks cheaper.

Here's the link www.racerpartswholesale.com - Oil Cooler Kits

It's 249.95 for the complete kit. Even less if you opt out for the thermostatic sandwich plate.

FricFrac · 04-21-2011, 09:18 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CZero

Just want everyone to know that it is more expensive to buy these kits bit by bit when racerpartswholesale.com sells the kit with all those pieces listed at around 40 bucks cheaper.

Here's the link www.racerpartswholesale.com - Oil Cooler Kits

It's 249.95 for the complete kit. Even less if you opt out for the thermostatic sandwich plate.

Already been posted in this thread here over a year ago

NismoZ_840 · 07-29-2011, 08:25 AM

FYI - The "MOC-SP1FT Mocal Sandwich Plate- 20mm Thread" has a 1" nut and requires a deep socket (depth is 1 1/8" or greater) but a Outer diameter of 1.41" is too large (i.e. thick walled impact socket), but 1.33" OD will work. Not sure the maximum OD other than it's between those values.

You can fit an adjustable wrench in but it's easier to install with a socket.

Pulled it out here recently to swap out the Aeroquip socketless hose after a friends setup blew off the line and mine was uncomfortably pulling away (~2mm gap). BTW he had plenty of slack and had daily driven the car for a month, but it didn't pop off till a track day.

Billy830 · 07-30-2011, 07:43 AM

From the beginning of the oil line problems with the oil cooler I immediatelly advocated crimped fittings so that there would never be a problem. Have been running oil cooler for over a year now and no problems. For $7.50 a fitting it was a no brainer for me.

Nikkolai · 08-05-2011, 08:35 AM

Would there be a difference between using -8 lines instead of -10? I installed everything in the DIY except that I used smaller lines. In 105 degree F heat, it averaged a little below 220. Does that sound right? It never went over that while I was pushing it a little bit here and there.

New update:
I think it is fine. I have been cruising around and the temparture is at 190 in 105 F degree weather.

MattP725 · 08-16-2011, 08:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FastJew

First I gotta say thanks Modshack

And then thanks to all the other input on this thread that helped me put together what I think is a rock solid install.

Decided to go with the stainless steel lines even though the assembly is a little tougher it makes for a lot of piece of mind. Routed the lines over the sway bar and to the driver side. This was done using one 90 fitting and one 45 deg, which allowed the lines to easily clear the sway bar. I didn't like the idea of the lines being that low on the car (crappy roads here).

Results, ECR track day and temps never got above 230.

This is opposed to my first track day being cut short with 280 deg temps.

Hopes this helps any others attempting this install.

How did this hold up? I think I would like to route my lines the same way. I am worried about the fittings being below the pan.

MattP725 · 08-24-2011, 09:13 PM

Can anyone tell me what size the fitting is coming out of the sandwhich plate? I know the hose end is 10an obviously but what is the other side. I think the used setup I bought has the wrong size because it doesn't thread in very far... I'm pretty sure that isn't normal. I'll have to order new ones.

ChrisSlicks · 08-25-2011, 06:24 AM

The Mocal sandwich plate uses BSP fittings, someone may have attempted to use an NPT fitting which will work but will get hung up halfway in. If it isn't leaking I would be tempted to leave it.

The fitting you likely need is 1/2" BSP to -10 AN. There is also a high-flow version of the sandwich plate that uses 22mm fittings but I haven't seen anyone use that one yet. Of course this is assuming that it is a Mocal.

MattP725 · 08-25-2011, 09:05 AM

Yes it is... I'm not very comfortable and I am thinking it is NPT not BSP because it is blue (not typical for mocal fittings) and barely fits in. Doesn't go far enough that I would feel comfortable. Guess I'll be parking the Z for the weekend.

jborsos · 08-25-2011, 10:07 AM

Matt,

The fitting you need is a MOC-BM810A. These are sold as a pair MOC-2BM810A. They are in stock at Racer Part Wholesale. Racer Parts Wholesale - Racing Parts, Safety Equipment & Motorcycle Accessories
Here is a direct link:
- Mocal 1/2 BSP x -10 fitting

Thanks,
Jack Borsos
RPW

MattP725 · 08-25-2011, 09:11 PM

Thanks jborsos I actually ordered it today before I even saw your post. You work there right? You should have an order for me.

jborsos · 08-26-2011, 07:41 AM

Yes, I'm the General Manager at RPW. I'm not in the office this morning but if you've placed the order I'm sure it has been processed.

Thank you for the order.
Jack

MattP725 · 08-30-2011, 01:22 PM

Yep should be delivered today! Great service (sight unseen of course) and prices.

roy'sz · 09-06-2011, 12:07 AM

Is there any specified torque range for torquing the fittings to the mocal adapter? Or the adapter to the engine? I got my parts from B.A.T. fittings in florida, who work in line with mocal. Just curious if anyone knows any more of the specs.
+1 matt witht he clear hose idea for insulation/noise reduction on the hoses. Man that is a cheap/dope idea, definitely goin to do that instead of heat shrink.

FastJew · 09-10-2011, 07:39 AM

mattp725 - The setup has held up for almost a year now with no issues and no worries hitting a fitting on our crappy Texas roads. If you have not already finished your install I highly recommend this setup.

07-29-2011, 08:25 AM	#243 (permalink)
NismoZ_840 Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denver Posts: 16 Drives: 350Z Nismo Rep Power: 16	FYI - The "MOC-SP1FT Mocal Sandwich Plate- 20mm Thread" has a 1" nut and requires a deep socket (depth is 1 1/8" or greater) but a Outer diameter of 1.41" is too large (i.e. thick walled impact socket), but 1.33" OD will work. Not sure the maximum OD other than it's between those values. You can fit an adjustable wrench in but it's easier to install with a socket. Pulled it out here recently to swap out the Aeroquip socketless hose after a friends setup blew off the line and mine was uncomfortably pulling away (~2mm gap). BTW he had plenty of slack and had daily driven the car for a month, but it didn't pop off till a track day. __________________ John 2008 350Z Nismo YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/nismoz840 Last edited by NismoZ_840; 08-17-2011 at 06:59 PM.

08-05-2011, 08:35 AM	#245 (permalink)
Nikkolai Base Member Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: DFW Posts: 238 Drives: Boss 302, Frontier Rep Power: 16	Would there be a difference between using -8 lines instead of -10? I installed everything in the DIY except that I used smaller lines. In 105 degree F heat, it averaged a little below 220. Does that sound right? It never went over that while I was pushing it a little bit here and there. New update: I think it is fine. I have been cruising around and the temparture is at 190 in 105 F degree weather. Last edited by Nikkolai; 08-07-2011 at 06:04 PM.

08-25-2011, 06:24 AM	#248 (permalink)
ChrisSlicks A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: North East Posts: 6,203 Drives: 09 370Z Sport M6 Rep Power: 654	The Mocal sandwich plate uses BSP fittings, someone may have attempted to use an NPT fitting which will work but will get hung up halfway in. If it isn't leaking I would be tempted to leave it. The fitting you likely need is 1/2" BSP to -10 AN. There is also a high-flow version of the sandwich plate that uses 22mm fittings but I haven't seen anyone use that one yet. Of course this is assuming that it is a Mocal. __________________ Hotchkis ARB \| Stillen CAI \| Art Pipes \| Berk CBE \| Stillen AP Racing Brakes \| AE Performance Oil Cooler \| BC Racing ER Coilovers \| Doran Control Arms

09-10-2011, 07:39 AM	#255 (permalink)
FastJew Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Denton, TX Posts: 58 Drives: 2009/370z/TS/6MT Rep Power: 16	mattp725 - The setup has held up for almost a year now with no issues and no worries hitting a fitting on our crappy Texas roads. If you have not already finished your install I highly recommend this setup. __________________ 09 370Z - FI TDX CBE/Stillen G3/FI HFC's are next 06 Xterra OR - 3" SL - 33" Pro-Comp MT's - Shrockworks Sliders & Rear Bumper/Tire Carrier - Stillen Cross Drilled Rotors/Pads

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04-20-2011, 12:53 AM	#241 (permalink)
CZero Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 116 Drives: 370z, 951, ST3 Rep Power: 15	Just want everyone to know that it is more expensive to buy these kits bit by bit when racerpartswholesale.com sells the kit with all those pieces listed at around 40 bucks cheaper. Here's the link www.racerpartswholesale.com - Oil Cooler Kits It's 249.95 for the complete kit. Even less if you opt out for the thermostatic sandwich plate.

07-30-2011, 07:43 AM	#244 (permalink)
Billy830 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Port Saint Lucie Fl. Age: 78 Posts: 31 Drives: 370Z Mag Black 6sp m Rep Power: 16	From the beginning of the oil line problems with the oil cooler I immediatelly advocated crimped fittings so that there would never be a problem. Have been running oil cooler for over a year now and no problems. For $7.50 a fitting it was a no brainer for me.

08-24-2011, 09:13 PM	#247 (permalink)
MattP725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 1,904 Drives: 2010 40th Rep Power: 18	Can anyone tell me what size the fitting is coming out of the sandwhich plate? I know the hose end is 10an obviously but what is the other side. I think the used setup I bought has the wrong size because it doesn't thread in very far... I'm pretty sure that isn't normal. I'll have to order new ones.

08-25-2011, 09:05 AM	#249 (permalink)
MattP725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 1,904 Drives: 2010 40th Rep Power: 18	Yes it is... I'm not very comfortable and I am thinking it is NPT not BSP because it is blue (not typical for mocal fittings) and barely fits in. Doesn't go far enough that I would feel comfortable. Guess I'll be parking the Z for the weekend.

08-25-2011, 10:07 AM	#250 (permalink)
jborsos Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Frankin, IN Posts: 9 Drives: 2011 VW Jetta Rep Power: 16	Matt, The fitting you need is a MOC-BM810A. These are sold as a pair MOC-2BM810A. They are in stock at Racer Part Wholesale. Racer Parts Wholesale - Racing Parts, Safety Equipment & Motorcycle Accessories Here is a direct link: - Mocal 1/2 BSP x -10 fitting Thanks, Jack Borsos RPW

08-25-2011, 09:11 PM	#251 (permalink)
MattP725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 1,904 Drives: 2010 40th Rep Power: 18	Thanks jborsos I actually ordered it today before I even saw your post. You work there right? You should have an order for me.

08-26-2011, 07:41 AM	#252 (permalink)
jborsos Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Frankin, IN Posts: 9 Drives: 2011 VW Jetta Rep Power: 16	Yes, I'm the General Manager at RPW. I'm not in the office this morning but if you've placed the order I'm sure it has been processed. Thank you for the order. Jack

08-30-2011, 01:22 PM	#253 (permalink)
MattP725 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2011 Location: Toms River, NJ Posts: 1,904 Drives: 2010 40th Rep Power: 18	Yep should be delivered today! Great service (sight unseen of course) and prices.

09-06-2011, 12:07 AM	#254 (permalink)
roy'sz A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: palmdale, ca Posts: 1,299 Drives: 2010 nissan 370z Rep Power: 16	Is there any specified torque range for torquing the fittings to the mocal adapter? Or the adapter to the engine? I got my parts from B.A.T. fittings in florida, who work in line with mocal. Just curious if anyone knows any more of the specs. +1 matt witht he clear hose idea for insulation/noise reduction on the hoses. Man that is a cheap/dope idea, definitely goin to do that instead of heat shrink.