Interesting Oil Temp and Pressure Question

[924Guy]

Those temps and pressure don't sound horrific, under the conditions...

That said, before you add a larger oil cooler, make sure the cooler you're using is free and clear and getting fresh air! Often coolers just end up stuck in front of the radiator, and work more like an interheater than a cooler!

On my ITB car, where cool oil (as is, not more than 230 peak) is a necessity for longevity, we eventually went with the 8.5x11" trans cooler for oil. Works wonders, and with a stock water rad we don't have cooling issues any more. Ever. Even when pushing 100deg ambient.

[23racer]

Those temps and pressure don't sound horrific, under the conditions...

That said, before you add a larger oil cooler, make sure the cooler you're using is free and clear and getting fresh air! Often coolers just end up stuck in front of the radiator, and work more like an interheater than a cooler!

On my ITB car, where cool oil (as is, not more than 230 peak) is a necessity for longevity, we eventually went with the 8.5x11" trans cooler for oil. Works wonders, and with a stock water rad we don't have cooling issues any more. Ever. Even when pushing 100deg ambient.

The cooler thats on the car is a 8"x24"x2" Mocal. Its mounted high up and in front of the rad with about an inch of clearance. I'll double check it for obstructions. I think I am going to spend some time with my ducting to direct air directly through it and add a second cooler in parallel if the ducting won't help. I am also thinking about adding a stronger fan for the low speed/ high load tracks.

I have had to work out tons of cooling and oil issues with the RX7, but its all great now, so I guess I need to do the same for the Cougar.

Life is fun.

Eric