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Old Aug 15, 2008 | 12:55 PM
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Car: 88 GTA "Cocaine"
Engine: 350 tpi
Transmission: 700r4
Axle/Gears: 3.27
need an oil cooler

I dont want to put on anything used

I want to know what aftermarket piece works well

nothing too expensive

just want to keep it cool
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Old Aug 16, 2008 | 11:54 AM
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Car: 1988 Trans Am GTA
Engine: 350 4BBL
Transmission: 700R4
Axle/Gears: 3.27
Re: need an oil cooler

The '91 TPI should already have one on it.
See my post in this THREAD for pictures.
It is the best setup because it speeds warming of the oil during cold operation where one that uses air delays it.
If this was removed for some reason, it should be put back on. There is nothing wrong with using a used one if it isn't corroded and has been cleaned properly. Getting the right amount of coolant thru an aftermarket one without disrupting the cab heater operation is tricky. Too much flow and the heater doesn't work, too little and the cooler won't cool the oil.
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Old Aug 17, 2008 | 02:07 PM
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Re: need an oil cooler

thank you for the reply but my car came with a 3.1

the setup is currently out of an 89 tpi formula without an oil cooler

I am not putting anything used on it period

what is the best aftermarket kit to use
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Old Aug 17, 2008 | 02:21 PM
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Re: need an oil cooler

Originally Posted by jamon8
...what is the best aftermarket kit to use...
THIS ONE would be better than nothing. I believe it doesn't flow until the oil gets hot.
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