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Originally Posted by FujiwaraTofu86
As a guy who DD his car mostly, and probably hit the track 1-3 times every summer.
Would you say its necessary to get an oil cooler?
Or should i switch just to 30w for my track day? then switch back to oem standard after the track day is finished.
Thanks!
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Personally, I think you're the perfect person for the OEM Forester, or similar, oil to water oil cooler. It heats the oil up for daily use (good thing), it cools the oil for track abuse (good thing).
I wouldn't even personally worry about changing your oil. If you keep oil temps under 230-240, I *believe* 20 weight is perfectly acceptable for an NA car. I'm pretty sure I've seen a few guys track above this for seasons without issues. And if you want the added security of a heavier weight, you have an oil heater which heats the oil up to operating temps faster!
Thanks,
Eric