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Originally Posted by solidONE
That makes perfect sense, actually. What I'm suggesting is that lower oil temp = less knock, which may very well be lower oil temp -> lower CHT leading to less knock,  .
Interesting.. Since Tor's oil temps already look pretty decent under track abuse this may be worth looking into. Keeping the temps stable and low can only help, I'd think, however this is achieved. Oil cooler, thermostat, hood vents, shrouds to direct cooling air, etc etc. The more the merrier without overcooling for your specific application. |
From the things you list, the thermostat may well be the more effective of the things with regards to knock as the coolant is probably the main factor in keeping the internal engine temperature down.
But what are the disadvantages?