GR86 Oil cooler kit options - EU

[sim86]

Would an alternative be to add high flowing dry brake connections to the cooler circuit somewhere accessible. It could be easily disconnected in winter with a small section of hose swapped in effectively looping it minus the cooler?

I suppose yes, that would work.

 

[JoaoGR86]

So, here are our conclusions so far regarding oil coolers in Europe:

- All radiator-type coolers have the problem that they remain 10–15% open, even if they have a thermostat, to prevent sudden temperature changes. At normal motorway temperatures, the oil will cool down too much, so ideally the radiator should be covered in summer.

- The HEL radiator has a good core (Setrab), but some users have reported leaks at the connectors.

- Mishimoto has a low quality core, probably affecting oil pressure more than Setrab cores.

- Ansix Auto offers a good option to prevent overcooling, but we have to import it from the USA or Canada.

I still can't see a clear choice; perhaps I won't install one and I will just do a hotlap and then cool down with another lap.