Re: OIL/WATER COOLER

[Huw Powell <human@nh.ultranet.com>]

> > Yes, it seems a bit weird to move the heat into the coolant, then it
> > still has to be moved into the air anyway.  And when the oil is getting
> > *hot* the coolant is working hard as well.  And with oil to air the
> > plumbing is simpler.
> 
> Probably a size issue.  You can put an oil to coolant cooler anywhere
> whereas an oil to air cooler needs airflow.   If the radiator isn't
> overworked, there shouldn't be a problem.  There is the additional
> benefit of cooling when the car isn't moving as well...

Two very good points, thanks.

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Huw Powell

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