Cookbot Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 The Mocal coolers come in a variety of sizes but which is the correct amount of rows to have? 10, 13, 16, 19 or 25? they're all 235mm long. Cooler is better, but there must be a realistic limit to what size will work well. Not got much time to be doing the whole FI thing for the next 6 weeks so just want to fit easy quickish bits and collect the bits I need. Thanks, Cookie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookiee22 Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I went for 13 row. I'd recommend a thermostatic sandwich plate as well. In our climate it's probably not a great idea to be cooling oil until it reaches working temp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I'd recommend a thermostatic sandwich plate as well. In our climate it's probably not a great idea to be cooling oil until it reaches working temp. This will be a must in our climate to help get oil temps up when the engine is cold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookbot Posted April 16, 2010 Author Share Posted April 16, 2010 Will look into it, although for some reason, my Z's engine temp raises in about 1/2 a mile. A lot quicker than any other car I've had and my bike, which always runs quite warm. Cookie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 Yes that will be coolant temps though, not oil temps. Oil temps take quite a bit longer most find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookbot Posted April 16, 2010 Author Share Posted April 16, 2010 That makes sense. Where can I find one of these thermostats though? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris`I Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I'm sure Wookie knows Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT4 Zed Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I would go for at least a 19 row cooler like most tuners in the states and even RJN here in the UK and use the thermostatic sandwich plate to divert the oil when temp still low It just gives you extra insurance especially if you plan to track the zed. My friend in france how races his zed and a Ring regular recorded temps of 140c after a few laps while water temps was never above 95c! After he fitted a 25 row setrab cooler he constantly runs 105c max Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookiee22 Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 I'm sure Wookie knows They should be available anywhere that you can get the Mocal cooler itself. I got mine from a bloke on eBay, but there are numerous places that do them. As for the size of cooler, there's obviously no harm in going larger - just make sure it will fit behind your bumper! I'm happy that 13 row will be sufficient for my application - I'm mounting an oil temp gauge to ensure I don't push it too hard. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookbot Posted April 16, 2010 Author Share Posted April 16, 2010 This place looks good for all the bits needed and it's not too pricy. http://www.thinkauto.com/acatalog/intro.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZMANALEX Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 That makes sense. Where can I find one of these thermostats though? I have a spare one for sale mate, I will post up pics tomoz. Alex. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wookiee22 Posted April 16, 2010 Share Posted April 16, 2010 This place looks good for all the bits needed and it's not too pricy. http://www.thinkauto.com/acatalog/intro.html Probably worth giving them a call and discussing your requirements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cookbot Posted April 17, 2010 Author Share Posted April 17, 2010 Boom! The first step toward the FI dream is taken. Got a kit made from this place: http://www.speedflowshop.co.uk/engine-o ... 1251-p.asp Right, radiator next - Koyo 36mm.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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