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Originally Posted by pearl62
You mean something like this?
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/ti...cIwhoCAaLw_wcB
It might be a good idea anyway as the MGR is in the rear and not getting much actual airflow for cooling...
I'll have to look at the case.
Are you really machining a custom case just for your own needs? |
Re pump - yes, that's the one. I've gotten good recommendations from many experienced folks for that one, including a good friend who does Baja 1000 support and Carroll Smith, author of several excellent books, including "Engineer to Win" and "Tune to Win." If the pump becomes a critical item - especially if it is the lube supply - it's obviously a poor place to save money...
I'll probably use that pump myself for a supplimental cooling oil pump. With the stock pump - and my new design - if the car isn't moving, no oil is being circulated. That's fine for the lubrication, but the motor might need more cooling.
Also, you're right about the cooling. Not only is the MGR getting restricted airflow, it's getting pre-heated (by the engine/radiator) airflow. d'OH!
The case I'm building is a proof of concept. If the concept works in my car - real world daily driver and track time - then it might be worth moving on with the concept.
- E*clipse