bigger ea82 radiator?
bigger ea82 radiator?
I have heard a whisper that a 2 row radiator is available for the L series? Im not sure how, is this true?
The trading corner : the stuff that I need ATM -
# Vortex Main Dash Surround / Bezel ANY COLOUR,
# Vortex Radio, # RHD Vortex 4speed auto digital dash,
# RH-Side parking (86+) Vortex wiper transmission,
# EA82 AWD 4EAT,
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# Vortex Main Dash Surround / Bezel ANY COLOUR,
# Vortex Radio, # RHD Vortex 4speed auto digital dash,
# RH-Side parking (86+) Vortex wiper transmission,
# EA82 AWD 4EAT,
If you have them please PM me

- discopotato03
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I do sometimes read about twin row L radiators at USMB , I think they may have been aimed at auto turbo cars .
I personally think an oil cooler with the thermostat in the oil filter adapter is a better bet . Engine oil usually runs hotter than the coolant temperature so the difference in temperature between air and oil means good heat rejection .
There is one golden rule , NEVER use 2nd hand oil coolers because they often come off blown engines and had crunchy bits go through them . It is impossible to get it all out but if some does its going through your engines oiling system - expensive .
A .
I personally think an oil cooler with the thermostat in the oil filter adapter is a better bet . Engine oil usually runs hotter than the coolant temperature so the difference in temperature between air and oil means good heat rejection .
There is one golden rule , NEVER use 2nd hand oil coolers because they often come off blown engines and had crunchy bits go through them . It is impossible to get it all out but if some does its going through your engines oiling system - expensive .
A .
I had a custom brass tank two core radiator made up for my old L series wagon when I had it. It took it out to use in the RX coupe but never fitted it. In the old L series it did make a huge difference on cooling on a hot day.
Cars: 02 Subaru Outback
85 Subaru RX Turbo Coupe (sold)
92 Subaru Brumby (sold)
85 Subaru RX Turbo Coupe (sold)
92 Subaru Brumby (sold)