is it necessary to run a thermostat in-line with an oil cooler setup?

[the t3d]

push lock setup would be cheaper to do.....

 

[jdub]

As compared to the usual stainless hose & AN fittings, yes it would be less expensive. I would use the AN push-lock fittings to make it easier to remove hoses in the future so you can work on the motor...the added expense is worth it. As mentioned earlier, Summit carries a line of push-lock AN fittings that is less expensive than AeroQuip or Earls...I've used them with no issues at all. Excellent quality fitting.

 

[the t3d]

As compared to the usual stainless hose & AN fittings, yes it would be less expensive. I would use the AN push-lock fittings to make it easier to remove hoses in the future so you can work on the motor...the added expense is worth it. As mentioned earlier, Summit carries a line of push-lock AN fittings that is less expensive than AeroQuip or Earls...I've used them with no issues at all. Excellent quality fitting.

are these just like how some fuel lines are on some cars?

-t3d

 

[Asterix]

I'm using good quality heater hose but it will pop off the AN Pushlock fittings wehn hot, I have some thin Cobra Clamps that fit nicely between the barbs to prevent this happening, if you use normal clamps the barbs slice through the hose and it fails.

Spring clamps!

It's like wearing a belt and suspenders, but I do like spring clamps on my Aeroquip push-on connectors (as shown by IJ in post #34). The clamps are cheap insurance.

Asterix

 

[the t3d]

i need my tax return check like yesterday!

 

[92nsx]

ftw

 

[IJ.]

Spring clamps!

It's like wearing a belt and suspenders, but I do like spring clamps on my Aeroquip push-on connectors (as shown by IJ in post #34). The clamps are cheap insurance.

Asterix

Well no it's NOT really, as I stated in the post the hose I'm using ISN'T designed for pushlock hose and WILL blow off when it's hot so the clamps prevent that, they're not Constant tension (spring clamps) they're a lock type band clamp.

 

[the t3d]

http://www.summitracing.com/parts/SUM-220090B/

are these the same as the one pictured do i need the swivel type hose ends?

thanks

-t3d

 

[jdub]

The one you linked to is a swivel end - that is what you want.

 

[the t3d]

cool thanks. black and blue is gonna be nice =0)

 

[jdub]

You do realize that Summit hose end is for stainless hose, not push-lock.

 

[the t3d]

You do realize that Summit hose end is for stainless hose, not push-lock.

well yea haha i know that

 

[CajunKenny]

Here’s some info for everyone to file away!

Yesterday, I found out that there is a supplier of “un-official” Russell Fittings. AND they are offered at a fraction of the price as the official Russell Fittings.

The story is that the two owners of Russell Fittings parted ways. One owner kept the Russell name and moved to California.

The second owner moved to Florida and opened his own company and that’s where these fittings are coming from.

The below supplier is where you can get these substantially low cost, “un-official” Russell Fittings. I have already purchased and received some and they are VERY well made.

Performance Dynamics
804-427-5908 or 804-366-8321
www.performancedynamicsspeedshop.com

 

[IJ.]

Don't know if they're stocked anywhere there but "SpeedFlow" are a locally produced alternative that are much more affordable than Russel/Earls and damn good quality.

 

[WhtMa71]

Here’s some info for everyone to file away!

Yesterday, I found out that there is a supplier of “un-official” Russell Fittings. AND they are offered at a fraction of the price as the official Russell Fittings.

The story is that the two owners of Russell Fittings parted ways. One owner kept the Russell name and moved to California.

The second owner moved to Florida and opened his own company and that’s where these fittings are coming from.

The below supplier is where you can get these substantially low cost, “un-official” Russell Fittings. I have already purchased and received some and they are VERY well made.

Performance Dynamics
804-427-5908 or 804-366-8321
www.performancedynamicsspeedshop.com

You must have called and ordered them? I don't see where you can order online.

 

[CajunKenny]

They have an ebay store. That's how I bought them.

 

[the t3d]

if you know the ebay seller name? that would be awesome =0)

-t3d

 

[CajunKenny]

You betcha!

It's: getfast1

 

[the t3d]

lol believe it or not i have some getfast1 parts that i'm currently watching. glad to know that they are not crap =0)...thanks for the info man!


-t3d

 

[oldsking]

Now I have read on this thread that some people have been using perma-cool thermostats, something like this one;

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/e...0171054597&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK:MEWAX:IT

As for getfast1 I have some of their stuff on watch also haha gauge for my FPR actually