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: Z06 Cooling system


ZFastTimes
02-19-2008, 10:03 AM
Are there any aftermarket components that will be an upgrade for the cooling system in these cars?

tom snitzer
02-19-2008, 05:10 PM
Depends on your intended use.

The best way to cool the engine is to install an after market radiator and a SEPARATE oil cooler. Then use water wetter in your coolant.

ZFastTimes
02-21-2008, 07:06 AM
I'm the weekend driver, nothing serious. I just did a search for radiators and came up with Dewitts? How is that one? And where would i mount the oil cooler?

tom snitzer
02-21-2008, 09:39 AM
I'm the weekend driver, nothing serious. I just did a search for radiators and came up with Dewitts? How is that one? And where would i mount the oil cooler?

Dewitts and Ron Davis are both great. As I said, make sure you DON'T buy their model with the oil cooler and radiator built together. I've owned that and isn't not nearly as effective as a separate oil cooler.

Here's one way to install (ergo mine)

It's located just inside my intercooler for the SC.
http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1289/1360279416_e4c2748f8b_o.jpg

ZFastTimes
02-23-2008, 03:11 PM
Thanks for the photo, though a C5 it does give me an idea. :cheers: