can anyone recommend a honda approved oil cooler kit for a 2009 honda cr-v ?
if such a thing does not exist, suggest a brand/type that is easy to install and performs well.
thanks
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14 years ago
oil cooler kit for honda cr-v
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14 years ago
Hayden brand makes several different sizes. I'm sure one will work for you.
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14 years ago
"jack" wrote in news:c-qdnbexw8MM0OvXnZ2dnUVZ snipped-for-privacy@earthlink.com:
You mean engine oil cooler or transmission oil cooler?
At least some US-market Hondas have an engine oil cooler already built-in to the oil filter attachment point. I'd check for that first. I believe all automatic transmissions already come with oil coolers.
If there is anything else available from Honda, your local Honda dealer will be able to get and install it for you.
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14 years ago
this is engine oil since transmission fluid is not an oil, it's a cleaning fluid
why would I use honda dealer to install it since I can do it myself?
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14 years ago
I agree. No need to go to a dealer when you can do it yourself.
It is not so common (though not unheard of) to use a crankcase oil cooler as it is to use an ATF cooler. Race cars often do it, as do some heavy duty applications.
ATFs are normally formulated from base oils, whether synthetic oils or refined petroleum products. Viscosities, additives, etc are matched to the different characteristics needed for an automatic transmission fluid, but they are basically kissing cousins.
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14 years ago
Why?
This would in all likelihood void your warantee....
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14 years ago
"jack" wrote in news:lqidnb3U9-CIuOXXnZ2dnUVZ snipped-for-privacy@earthlink.com:
It is? Then what lubes all those bearings, bushings and clutches in there?
Because your brand-new car is very much under warranty.
Would you like to be responsible for an oil leak that causes engine damage? I wouldn't. The time to start doing your own modifications is when the warranty is up.
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14 years ago
I dont believe the simple act of adding an oil cooler voids the warranty, but I could be wrong.
If something having to do with this installation (a leak, causing engine failure, for example) causes a problem, then they might well choose not to warranty the result however.
I guess I dont see the need for an oil cooler on this sort of installation. An oil cooler might even be a detriment in colder climes.