R1 Oil Cooler Install----need a quick answer asap
#1
Original Gangster/Rotary!
Thread Starter
iTrader: (213)
R1 Oil Cooler Install----need a quick answer asap
Hey guys,
I have my FD up on jackstands to do some maintenance, and I want to install my newly refurbished R1 oil coolers on my car while it's up. I'm going to be leaving the lines in place and just swapping out coolers-----I have some seals/crush washers coming to me from Ray at Malloy but they havent showed yet. I figure now is a good time to do the job b/c I have the time tonight, but am wondering if my existing seals will be reuseable or if I'm looking at a leak without replacing them.
Basically, I'm just being impatient. This is one of the few systems on the car I've never screwed with so am looking for some input from those who have done this before. Damian, GooRoo, anyone who can chime with your opinion, I'm all ears
I have my FD up on jackstands to do some maintenance, and I want to install my newly refurbished R1 oil coolers on my car while it's up. I'm going to be leaving the lines in place and just swapping out coolers-----I have some seals/crush washers coming to me from Ray at Malloy but they havent showed yet. I figure now is a good time to do the job b/c I have the time tonight, but am wondering if my existing seals will be reuseable or if I'm looking at a leak without replacing them.
Basically, I'm just being impatient. This is one of the few systems on the car I've never screwed with so am looking for some input from those who have done this before. Damian, GooRoo, anyone who can chime with your opinion, I'm all ears
#2
personaly id wait and replace them but i suppose it depends how old they are but the again i dont think its worth chancing it will be a pain in the **** if it starts leakin half way down the road
#4
Rotary Enthusiast
I have also re-used crush washers before when I was in a bind. The proper way of course is to replace them everytime.... but if it doesn't leak then you are good to go...
#6
Warming the planet.
I've had good luck reannealling crush washers. Simply heat them with a torch till they are red hot and let them cool. Guaranteed to work or twice your money back
Trending Topics
#8
Original Gangster/Rotary!
Thread Starter
iTrader: (213)
Well, after close inspection---now I know why Ray charged me like 6 bucks for each of them. They are a copper crush washer with an inner rubber seal---basically a two part seal.
My old ones aren't looking so good, so I'm going to wait for the order to come in. The old 'do it right, do it once' adage strikes again, hehe .
My old ones aren't looking so good, so I'm going to wait for the order to come in. The old 'do it right, do it once' adage strikes again, hehe .
#11
Banned. I got OWNED!!!
Join Date: Mar 2007
Location: NC
Posts: 54
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
on a side note, rich, you may to consider installing a drain valve in the balance line between the two coolers...you'd be surprised how much extra dirty oil comes out at your next change
#12
Original Gangster/Rotary!
Thread Starter
iTrader: (213)
Originally Posted by KX500FD1
on a side note, rich, you may to consider installing a drain valve in the balance line between the two coolers...you'd be surprised how much extra dirty oil comes out at your next change
banned again man ?
I take it you've done this?
#14
93-FD
iTrader: (4)
Originally Posted by GoodfellaFD3S
Hey guys,
I have my FD up on jackstands to do some maintenance, and I want to install my newly refurbished R1 oil coolers on my car while it's up. I'm going to be leaving the lines in place and just swapping out coolers-----I have some seals/crush washers coming to me from Ray at Malloy but they havent showed yet. I figure now is a good time to do the job b/c I have the time tonight, but am wondering if my existing seals will be reuseable or if I'm looking at a leak without replacing them.
Basically, I'm just being impatient. This is one of the few systems on the car I've never screwed with so am looking for some input from those who have done this before. Damian, GooRoo, anyone who can chime with your opinion, I'm all ears
I have my FD up on jackstands to do some maintenance, and I want to install my newly refurbished R1 oil coolers on my car while it's up. I'm going to be leaving the lines in place and just swapping out coolers-----I have some seals/crush washers coming to me from Ray at Malloy but they havent showed yet. I figure now is a good time to do the job b/c I have the time tonight, but am wondering if my existing seals will be reuseable or if I'm looking at a leak without replacing them.
Basically, I'm just being impatient. This is one of the few systems on the car I've never screwed with so am looking for some input from those who have done this before. Damian, GooRoo, anyone who can chime with your opinion, I'm all ears
For later reference, other places also sell these 'Stat-o-seal' washers...
I get them from here because I can get them overnight for ground price:
http://www.pegasusautoracing.com/gro...oupID=PLUMSEAL