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Surprised to see so many people with this problem... I got curious so I went and looked at the Z1 install manual, and I would be willing to bet the problem is right here:
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If it does turn out to be something like this, you could tell Z1 to update the kit/instructions to include sealant. |
For those of you wondering if the thread sealant works. The permatex stuff that ChaseZ recommended to me worked great and now I dont have any oil seeping through the fittings. But I did buy new lines, fittings and a new gasket for the sandwich plate just to be safe. To be fair to Z1 I bought this oil cooler used so thats my fault. I called Z1 and they said they updated their lines because of this reason.
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Definitely not the answer I was looking for. I'm getting the setrab/thermostat 25 row with sheathed lines and ~3K on it for about 100 off retail.
I guess my remaining question is how many of these issues come from those who installed themselves as opposed to letting a good shop take care of it or didn't tighten those fittings. Guess we'll find out. |
Mine has been on the Z for 6 yrs now. Still tight.
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Wow, this thread still alive. Sorry that I abandoned the thread.
Solution was expensive. 1) I replaced ALL fittings with Aeroquip. That solved fitting leaks, but at $35 x 4 plus work to take all apart and put back together. 2) Mocal core burst. I called Z1 and they informed me that Mocal is not good for Z because of spike in oil pressure on 370 cars at start up. They no longer offering Mocal core with that kit. 3) I ordered Setrab 19 row core and sent back Mocal core to Z1 for warranty refund. Incremental cost(net of refund) was about $100 New installation costs....don't want to talk about it :( All work was done by very high end shops catering to track day crowd-I am not familiar with fittings/fluid lines to tackle it myself. At the end all is working and no leaks. I appreciate help from Z1, but they really need to look into what brand/quality fittings are used on their hoses. tip: you have to use "shorty" oil filter with this kit, unless you have very tiny and burn proof hands and a LOT of patience:) |
This is my 2nd oil cooler from z1 and love the quality and customer service
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Z1 fo life lol
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