GTM Motorsports Oil Cooler

DannyGT · 09-10-2009, 10:32 PM

Wish I saw this thread earlier....I might of been one of the first to have their cooler. The thermostatic adapter really is a must (i think) and it does such a great job at keeping temps down.

...I had to do the same thing when I put new oil in. Your right, 6-6.5 quarts now.

Denny McLain · 09-11-2009, 08:42 AM

[QUOTE=DannyGT;193523]thermostatic adapter really is a must (i think) and it does such a great job at keeping temps down.

QUOTE]

Thinking you might be right of the thermostat adapter. Even though this is Dallas TX, we on occasion can get a bit of cold weather (in the teens on rare occasions) and I'll probably pick one up. In the meantime, I'm paying close attention to see how it works and if I really do need one.

Modshack · 09-11-2009, 09:18 AM

[QUOTE=Denny McLain;194077]

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Originally Posted by DannyGT

thermostatic adapter really is a must (i think) and it does such a great job at keeping temps down.

QUOTE]

Thinking you might be right of the thermostat adapter. Even though this is Dallas TX, we on occasion can get a bit of cold weather (in the teens on rare occasions) and I'll probably pick one up. In the meantime, I'm paying close attention to see how it works and if I really do need one.

The GTM description says it has a thermostatic plate...The only kit on the market that seems to....You should be covered!

Denny McLain · 09-11-2009, 03:14 PM

[QUOTE=Modshack;194101]

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Originally Posted by Denny McLain

The GTM description says it has a thermostatic plate...The only kit on the market that seems to....You should be covered!

I didn't notice that. Thanks! Makes the kit even more attractive. Maybe it's me, but it really does appear to warm up slower. That's why I was thinking it didn't have one.

Now we need something to keep the water temps in check.

Modshack · 09-11-2009, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Denny McLain

I didn't notice that. Thanks! Makes the kit even more attractive. Maybe it's me, but it really does appear to warm up slower. That's why I was thinking it didn't have one.

Now we need something to keep the water temps in check.

Here's how the thermo plate works:

The Mocal plate constantly bleeds some oil to the cooler without fully opening, even when cold. This is why the cooler feels hot well before the oil gets up to full temp and, what you would assume to be, the opening at 180 degrees...This helps Avoid thermal shock and potential failure as a result, to either the engine or cooler. The temp is gradually ramped up at the cooler.

As the oil comes up to temp and exceeds the 180 set point the Thermostat opens all the way and circulates at full volume.

On the water temps, don't worry about that. This car runs surprisingly cool in that area. Generally 182 degrees at cruise, occasionally popping up to 200-210 in traffic. Many modern engines run much hotter than this....

JB1 · 09-11-2009, 08:50 PM

One question I do have about your install, it's not clear to
me why you didn't install the cooler with the hoses on the bottom? You said you don't want to drill holes in the bumper frame, but why would you have to?

And to Modshack: thank you for the insightful info on the IAT's!

Denny McLain · 09-12-2009, 08:19 AM

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Originally Posted by JB1

One question I do have about your install, it's not clear to me why you didn't install the cooler with the hoses on the bottom? You said you don't want to drill holes in the bumper frame, but why would you have to?
!

Basically because I'm not smart enough to figure out how to do it. If you use the existing holes the oil fittings would hang too low. The ideal would be to drill new holes in the bumper frame on the inside and hang the cooler downward. Problem is no room to drill the holes.

Maybe a 90 degree drill would work but I was fresh out of them when I did it.

JB1 · 09-12-2009, 08:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Denny McLain

If you use the existing holes the oil fittings would hang too low.

Ah, I get it, the bracket is too small, making the cooler sit too low. Thanks again for the feedback!

Denny McLain · 09-12-2009, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by JB1

Ah, I get it, the bracket is too small, making the cooler sit too low. Thanks again for the feedback!

Your welcome. If someone where to replicate how I mounted the oil cooler I seriously doubt it would take over an hour to do it once the car is jacked up, the front and dust cover removed.

Just drain the oil, remove the filter, drill a 1.5 inch hole, run the lines through, connect the filter adapter, connect the lines, snap on the bolt clips, put the bracket on the radiator, connect the lines to the oil radiator, bolt the radiator in place, neaten everything up drilling one hole for the clamps and a few plastic ties. Your done.

Pretty damn simple after you've done one and no way in the world would you need to spend more money as your not going to get anything that works better or is easier to do.

blackbird · 09-13-2009, 06:24 PM

Just an FYI but the Fang Vents to the G3 work very well. Small bracket holding internal flange in place to point at filter.

Denny McLain · 09-14-2009, 07:41 AM

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Originally Posted by blackbird

Just an FYI but the Fang Vents to the G3 work very well. Small bracket holding internal flange in place to point at filter.

Have you logged your temps to see if there is a reduction?

09-10-2009, 10:32 PM	#1 (permalink)
DannyGT Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Jersey Posts: 919 Drives: 370Z (SOLD) Rep Power: 280	Wish I saw this thread earlier....I might of been one of the first to have their cooler. The thermostatic adapter really is a must (i think) and it does such a great job at keeping temps down. ...I had to do the same thing when I put new oil in. Your right, 6-6.5 quarts now. __________________ Performance GTM Stage 1 SC, GTM Res.Test Pipes, Invidia Gemini Exhaust, GTM HD Oil Cooler Wheels & Suspension AME Tracer TM02's 19x9.5F 19x10.5R w/ 265x35F & 305x30R, Hotchkis Sways, BC (BR) Racing Coilovers (Car Sold)

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09-11-2009, 08:42 AM	#2 (permalink)
Denny McLain Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Double Oak Tx Posts: 255 Drives: 370Z, 96CE hotrod Rep Power: 17	[QUOTE=DannyGT;193523]thermostatic adapter really is a must (i think) and it does such a great job at keeping temps down. QUOTE] Thinking you might be right of the thermostat adapter. Even though this is Dallas TX, we on occasion can get a bit of cold weather (in the teens on rare occasions) and I'll probably pick one up. In the meantime, I'm paying close attention to see how it works and if I really do need one.

09-11-2009, 08:50 PM	#6 (permalink)
JB1 Track Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Chicagoland Posts: 748 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z sold Rep Power: 18	One question I do have about your install, it's not clear to me why you didn't install the cooler with the hoses on the bottom? You said you don't want to drill holes in the bumper frame, but why would you have to? And to Modshack: thank you for the insightful info on the IAT's!

09-13-2009, 06:24 PM	#10 (permalink)
blackbird Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Nashua NH Posts: 179 Drives: 09 370Z BLk GTM TT Rep Power: 17	Just an FYI but the Fang Vents to the G3 work very well. Small bracket holding internal flange in place to point at filter.