Low Oil Temperature Question

Originally Posted by Cell Yes but its less oil to heat which should be faster? It would only open up if the oil hits a set temp. Or at least

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Low Oil Temperature Question

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Originally Posted by Cell

Yes but its less oil to heat which should be faster? It would only open up if the oil hits a set temp. Or at least that's how i thought it works.

The difference in the amount of oil is not that important. The thermo-plate keeps most of the oil away from the heat exchanger until the oil warms up. This means there is less cooling going on until the thermo valve opens up.

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