Date: Mon, 17 Nov 2008 10:55:58 -0500
Reply-To: Sudhir Desai <sudhir.desai@GMAIL.COM>
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From: Sudhir Desai <sudhir.desai@GMAIL.COM>
Subject: Re: Oil Cooler Location opinions
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what about your number 4 idea, under the front of the vehicle, with an
inline pump to keep the pressure up?
sudhir
On Mon, Nov 17, 2008 at 10:28 AM, Chris S <szpejankowski@gmail.com> wrote:
> Up for your scrutiny my oil cooler ideas. All points of view are welcome.
>
> Background: I have a 112hp dj-code WBX in my '84 Westy which means it
> my camper no longer has to slow down when climbing hills on the
> interstate. With the extra power comes extra heat which I'd like to
> control to extend the life of my wonderful engine. Also, my family
> comprises of 2 adults and 3 kids, which means I'll be hauling the
> optional center seat and my small trailer.
>
> Considered cooler type:
> http://www.jcwhitney.com/wcsstore/jcwhitney/images/imagecache/G_10855G_CL_1.jpg
>
> 1. Mounting a small oil cooler in the place of the a/c compressor.
> I'd mount it to the a/c bracket where it would get some air from air
> duct on the left side of the engine bay where my two ECUs currently
> reside. Small fans optional. Downside is more heat in the engine bay
> around town.
>
> 2. My other consideration is mounting it under the left side of the
> engine just under the pushrod tin where it would be out in the air
> stream about level with oil pan. Maybe removing the pushrod tin would
> give me more room and the oil cooler would "protect" the tubes
> instead. No fans for this option.
>
> 3. A third option is behind the left rear wheel with a shield from
> rocks, either in the wheel well or just behind it. Downside is mud
> potentially clogging the cooler.
>
> 4. Mount in the front of radiator or under front of the vehicle for
> best air flow. Downside is long oil lines and potential drop in
> pressure, although I have seen some Vanagons use this setup. Oil
> changes would also be a problem since not all oil could be drained
> from the system without loosening oil fittings.
>
> Mounting them behind taillight is not an option as I have two ECUs on
> the left and the air intake on the right.
>
> --
> Chris S.
> Disclaimer: "Death and serious injury may occur"
>
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