Homebrew Oil Cooler (Setrab/Mocal)

[sw20kosh]

Originally Posted by F1point4

Yes, and with stock coolant. Still running the stock radiator.

Also, do you recal the ambient temperature that day?

[swift996]

Originally Posted by sw20kosh

Was this with stock radiator at the time?

Yes that is with the OEM radiator. I didn't collect a lot of data when I upgraded to the misimoto radiator mainly because I don't remember doing another track day. Around the street the temps were about the same as the stock unit.

[Hyper4mance2k]

Has anyone considered using the Derale sandwich adapter? It looks like it would clear the lip.
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Derale-15732-Thermostatic-Sandwich-Adapter/dp/B004XONTSO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1435163095&sr=8-1&keywords=derale+15732"]Amazon.com: Derale 15732 Thermostatic Sandwich Adapter Kit: Automotive[/ame]

Specifications
Sandwich Adapter type: G
Adapter thread size: 20 x 1.5mm
Adapter o-ring size: 2-3/4"
Adapter thickness: 1-3/4"
Adapter inlet size: 3/8" NPT
Barb size: 1/2"


edit:link fixed

[DustinS]

Originally Posted by Hyper4mance2k

Has anyone considered using the Derale sandwich adapter? It looks like it would clear the lip.
Amazon.com: Derale 15732 Thermostatic Sandwich Adapter Kit: Automotive"

Your link is dead for me. Also, I would consider using the Mocal Adapter as it is made for the twins. You could always get a Derale Cooler. I priced everthing out and came up with ~$322 using everthing except the cooler from racerpartswholesale. Then getting a Derale 16 row cooler from summit for $98.

[Hyper4mance2k]

Originally Posted by DustinS

Your link is dead for me. Also, I would consider using the Mocal Adapter as it is made for the twins. You could always get a Derale Cooler. I priced everthing out and came up with ~$322 using everthing except the cooler from racerpartswholesale. Then getting a Derale 16 row cooler from summit for $98.

I already have a cooler & lines. I'm looking for a more affordable adapter that doesn't have to be modified to fit. The Mocal is not made for the twins. It is a standard adapter with a generic spacer & a longer oil bolt, hence the fitment & clearance issues with the fuel line.
[ame="http://www.amazon.com/Derale-15732-Thermostatic-Sandwich-Adapter/dp/B004XONTSO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1435163095&sr=8-1&keywords=derale+15732"]Amazon.com: Derale 15732 Thermostatic Sandwich Adapter Kit: Automotive[/ame]

[mit_peid]

Originally Posted by Hyper4mance2k

I already have a cooler & lines. I'm looking for a more affordable adapter that doesn't have to be modified to fit. The Mocal is not made for the twins. It is a standard adapter with a generic spacer & a longer oil bolt, hence the fitment & clearance issues with the fuel line.
Amazon.com: Derale 15732 Thermostatic Sandwich Adapter Kit: Automotive

Did you ever install the Derale sandwich plate? I bought it off of Amazon, but I'm a bit concerned the O-ring on the OEM oil filter may not cover the squared off area above the thermostatic spring on the Derale plate. A little concerned oil will spray out.

[Hyper4mance2k]

Originally Posted by mit_peid

Did you ever install the Derale sandwich plate? I bought it off of Amazon, but I'm a bit concerned the O-ring on the OEM oil filter may not cover the squared off area above the thermostatic spring on the Derale plate. A little concerned oil will spray out.

I haven't had the extra funds as of yet. Try buying a cheapo Fram and test fitting it off the engine to see if it covers the opening. You can always return it after taking a look. Or just walk in the store and screw it on and see what happens. LOL.

Will it clear the lip on the stock oil filter pedestal?

[mit_peid]

I think it will be a problem. The corner square of the bored out area is just on the other side of the O-ring by half a mm or so (enough to make me think it would leak). Too bad because this appear to be a relatively cost effective solution compared to the $160 Mocal unit.

I shot an email over to Derale to see if they have ever confirmed fitment with a FRS/BRZ

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[Hyper4mance2k]

Originally Posted by mit_peid

I think it will be a problem. The corner square of the bored out area is just on the other side of the O-ring by half a mm or so (enough to make me think it would leak). Too bad because this appear to be a relatively cost effective solution compared to the $160 Mocal unit.

I shot an email over to Derale to see if they have ever confirmed fitment with a FRS/BRZ

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I think that can be fixed with a weld, but what about fitment on the car over the lip? You can also tell them the oil filter. FWIW We use the same oil filter as the Rx7. K&N part # HP-1004


Also, can you take more pictures of the adapter from all angles, and one with the area of concern.

[Hyper4mance2k]

@mit_peid They replied to me and said to try the Fram PH2 or K&N HP-2010

[mit_peid]

Yeah they replied to me as well. I sent them some photos of the OEM filter gasket being slight too small to cover the opening and they said that one of their covers might work. Probably won't be until Monday until they're able to confirm. I would definitely prefer a solution where it does not depend on the brand of oil filter for it to work properly.

[mit_peid]

I'm guessing he was talking about a cover like in this photo.

[Hyper4mance2k]

I still want to know if it fits over the lip with out a spacer. Have you tried it?

[mit_peid]

Yeah it fits fine. Just haven't tried to turn on the engine.


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