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Originally Posted by ZDan
Looking at 2nd plot, if my oil temp steadily climbed to 280F during a track session without stabilizing, I would definitely consider an oil cooler. My oil temp consistently goes up to just over 270F and then holds, every event, every session. In my case the oil temperature is under control and not trying to "run away", and in my judgement 275F is not unreasonable for 5w30 synthetic in this car for my usage (~12 track days per year, ~4 15-min. sessions per day).
I don't think not running an oil cooler for limited track usage equates to needing a new engine every couple of years...
I don't think an oil cooler is a bad idea for casual track usage, I just don't think it's necessarily a requirement.
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I could get 7 laps in on a short track and my oil would start climbing past 250F. That was enough for me to pit and cool down. I was toast anyways but that's besides the point lol
I would not want my oil at 275F but to each his own.