Oil Temperatures ?

L33T Z34 · 08-26-2013, 01:38 PM

When having fun up in the RPMs, I'm in the following range w/my Nissan Motorsports oil cooler: 90°C - 101°C. I rarely go over 90°C street driving unless it’s a 100°F+ day. OEM radiator and AmsOil Signature 5W-30 oil.

Verbal21 · 08-27-2013, 09:33 AM

So I plan on getting the 19 row Z1 cooler and was just wondering, is getting the Oil Sandwich Plate Adapter with thermostatic and protective house wrapping necessary?

Arrvaxx · 08-27-2013, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by Verbal21

So I plan on getting the 19 row Z1 cooler and was just wondering, is getting the Oil Sandwich Plate Adapter with thermostatic and protective house wrapping necessary?

Especially in NJ if you drive in cool weather.

Chuck33079 · 08-27-2013, 09:43 AM

You want the thermostatic sandwich plate.

Verbal21 · 08-27-2013, 09:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

You want the thermostatic sandwich plate.

Cool, thanks. So I guess the house wrapping isn't absolutely necessary.

onzedge · 08-27-2013, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Chuck33079

You want the thermostatic sandwich plate.

True. With an oil cooler, you should also consider a block-off plate for winter driving. The plate covers most of the oil cooler itself and allows the oil temperatures to get up to normal operating ranges.

Verbal21 · 08-27-2013, 10:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Arrvaxx

Especially in NJ if you drive in cool weather.

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Originally Posted by onzedge

True. With an oil cooler, you should also consider a block-off plate for winter driving. The plate covers most of the oil cooler itself and allows the oil temperatures to get up to normal operating ranges.

Very good points. Any recommendations on one compatible with the Z1 or are they universal?

SouthArk370Z · 08-27-2013, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Verbal21

Very good points. Any recommendations on one compatible with the Z1 or are they universal?

Some are easier to R&R but it's just a flat sheet of something (I've seen everything from posterboard to plywood to Aluminum to stainless steel used) to block the air flow across the cooler. Ie, whether or not you can mount/unmount it easily is the biggest concern. Being in NJ and using the plate a lot, you probably want something a bit more substantial than paper or wood - Aluminum works well and is lightweight. You should be able to find something designed to work with your setup - I'd try Z1 first - if not, just about any shop that does sheet metal work should be able to fab something up or, if you are a DIYer, all you need is a sheet of Al and a small saw.

onzedge · 08-27-2013, 10:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Verbal21

Very good points. Any recommendations on one compatible with the Z1 or are they universal?

I fabricated my own with an aluminum sheet, tin snips and some Velcro.

Chuck33079 · 08-27-2013, 09:49 AM

I don't have the Z1 kit, so I'm not sure what heat wrapping you're talking about. In general, heat shielding is never a bad idea.

Verbal21 · 08-27-2013, 10:38 AM

I'll definitely look into that. Thanks for the info, guys.

Rusty · 08-27-2013, 12:34 PM

Duct tape. Old racers trick. With duct tape you can easily add or remove the tape to get your temps where you want them.

IDZRVIT · 09-27-2013, 04:56 PM

The lubricity of the oil is also reduced at 160* or lower. That's worse than any condensation in the oil which will emulsify or evaporate eventually.

snowsurfdirtx · 09-28-2013, 02:15 PM

Word of the day, lubricity. Using that at work today.

Shouldn't a thermostat, whether its sandwich plate or in line, take away the need for a cooler cover?

synolimit · 09-28-2013, 02:56 PM

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Originally Posted by snowsurfdirtx

Word of the day, lubricity. Using that at work today.

Shouldn't a thermostat, whether its sandwich plate or in line, take away the need for a cooler cover?

I think about 10% still gets through which is why guys end up making block off plates in the winter.

08-26-2013, 01:38 PM	#1 (permalink)
L33T Z34 Banned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Ahnald, MO Age: 47 Posts: 387 Drives: 09 K51 G C Bw/S 6MT Rep Power: 0	When having fun up in the RPMs, I'm in the following range w/my Nissan Motorsports oil cooler: 90°C - 101°C. I rarely go over 90°C street driving unless it’s a 100°F+ day. OEM radiator and AmsOil Signature 5W-30 oil. Last edited by L33T Z34; 08-26-2013 at 07:04 PM.

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Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	You want the thermostatic sandwich plate. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

08-27-2013, 09:49 AM	#10 (permalink)
Chuck33079 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Houston Posts: 12,265 Drives: 2011 370ztt Rep Power: 29539	I don't have the Z1 kit, so I'm not sure what heat wrapping you're talking about. In general, heat shielding is never a bad idea. __________________ 2011 MB Touring-Sport-6sp-Nav/GTM TT/FI TT TDX/JTran/Kosmic/Eibach/Hotchkis/SPC/CSF/RPS/SoThatsWhereAllMyMoneyWent

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Rusty Ronin Samurai - Assassin Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Fayettenam,Pennsyltucky Age: 69 Posts: 35,504 Drives: 2011 Nismo GM 6M Rep Power: 2684439	Duct tape. Old racers trick. With duct tape you can easily add or remove the tape to get your temps where you want them. __________________ 浪人 - 殺し屋 "The Difficult Anytime, The Impossible By Appointment Only" http://www.the370z.com/members-370z-...o-journal.html

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IDZRVIT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Halifax Posts: 1,659 Drives: '13 CTS-V, '76 Vette Rep Power: 28	The lubricity of the oil is also reduced at 160* or lower. That's worse than any condensation in the oil which will emulsify or evaporate eventually. __________________ "America.... still builds rockets!" Vette: 355 cid, 400 rwhp '13 CTS-V Coupe: 6.2L LSA, 556HP

08-27-2013, 09:33 AM	#2 (permalink)
Verbal21 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 223 Drives: '12 Solid Red Rep Power: 14	So I plan on getting the 19 row Z1 cooler and was just wondering, is getting the Oil Sandwich Plate Adapter with thermostatic and protective house wrapping necessary?

08-27-2013, 10:38 AM	#11 (permalink)
Verbal21 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 223 Drives: '12 Solid Red Rep Power: 14	I'll definitely look into that. Thanks for the info, guys.

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snowsurfdirtx Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: WA Posts: 285 Drives: Too Fast Rep Power: 13	Word of the day, lubricity. Using that at work today. Shouldn't a thermostat, whether its sandwich plate or in line, take away the need for a cooler cover? __________________ 11 Red Touring/Sport/Nav, 472/382wtq@7psi.. GTM/Tomei/Volk/Motordyne/Z1/JLAudio/Aeroforce/etc.. 95 S14 in progress, L33 v8.. T7575 turbo/SPL/MCA Suspension/Personal/Works Bell/OZ/etc..

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