|
|
Register •
FAQ
• Search • Login
|
 |
|
Page 1 of 1
|
[ 6 posts ] |
|
| Author |
Message |
|
Wally
Senior Member
Joined: Wed Feb 18, 2009 1:59 pm
Posts: 2238
Location: Los Angeles 90006
|
 Side mount intercooler My problem is this I was given a sidemount intercooler by my friend. When I took my old one out there was oil inside I think it wasnt alot but when I tilted the intercooler I can see it running. What can be causing my intercooler to have oil inside. What are the side effects of having oil inside the intercooler.
|
| Mon Apr 27, 2009 2:43 pm |
|
|
|
christ
Goderator
Joined: Mon Jan 01, 1979 5:00 am
Posts: 5739
Location: D-Town
|
Re: Side mount intercooler http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PCV_valveThe oil that escapes through the PCV enters the intake tract and sweeps downward and collects in the intercooler. It happens in normal operation but excessive amounts of oil can point to ring failure (does your dipstick pop out at higher RPMs?) Run some gasoline through it till it comes out clean and let it dry completely.
_________________
it is physically impossible to open your mouth and tilt your head back and forth at the same time.
|
| Mon Apr 27, 2009 2:50 pm |
|
|
|
Wally
Senior Member
Joined: Wed Feb 18, 2009 1:59 pm
Posts: 2238
Location: Los Angeles 90006
|
Re: Side mount intercooler No my dipstick in place doesnt pop out. Im guessing it just normal my engine does act weird its because my timing is off by 2 teeth. Its not excessive the intercooler was on it side for a while so im guessing when I tilt it the other side the collected oil moved or something. Its not a lot of oil but I guess its normal never mind well thanks alot k christ,
|
| Mon Apr 27, 2009 2:56 pm |
|
|
|
DSM99
Moderator
Joined: Fri May 25, 2007 11:51 am
Posts: 3373
Location: The Bat-Cave
|
Re: Side mount intercooler Oil catch can.
|
| Mon Apr 27, 2009 11:04 pm |
|
|
|
4GRIDER
BANNED 4 LIFE!
Joined: Thu Apr 17, 2008 5:48 pm
Posts: 973
Location: San Fernando Valley
|
Re: Side mount intercooler i have a good catch can that i decided not to use. If you wanna go that way
_________________|DIAMOND-STAR-MOTORS||4G63T_RACING|
|
| Mon Apr 27, 2009 11:12 pm |
|
|
|
Illeagle
Talon of Doom
Joined: Wed May 23, 2007 10:07 am
Posts: 3615
Location: Long Beach
|
Re: Side mount intercooler It's normal. Make sure your PCV valve works. Clean your side mount, and get a catch can. Side effect of oily intercooler, hot temps. Oil isn't a great heat conductor.
_________________1/4 ET-11.657@121.18mph w/ 1.682 60' 445whp/427tq on RRE Dyno All on 91 pump. Do you need your car tooned? Got some extra cash? PM me for details. I offer street and dyno tunes
|
| Wed Apr 29, 2009 7:12 pm |
|
|
|
|
Page 1 of 1
|
[ 6 posts ] |
|
Who is online |
Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 3 guests |
|
You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
|
|
 |
|
