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    Default JDM Corolla : Oil Cooler + Oil Temp Gauge

    JDM AE92: Oil Cooler + Oil Temp Gauge

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    Unless you're running slicks and/or decent aero the standard sump is adequate, especially so with extra baffles.

    Standard oil cooler setup however is rubbish, and a proper full flow setup is worth the money. -8 or -10 will be fine for the lines. If you've bought a new sump welding a bung on the side for an oil temp sensor is easy before you fit it to the car.

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    Thanks for that Jimmee; in that case I think I'll pull the trigger on the MRP thermostatic adapter @ below but will hold off getting their 15 row cooler for now.



    I'm not a big fan of running braided hose every-where & even though its a PITA will investigate feasibility of buying a manual Tube bender + Flare kit & replicate the OE hard-lines in AN-8 mild or stainless-steel. I'll also look for a cooler closer to the dims of the OE unit so I can use OE brace / mtg points.


    PS: On a related matter; my 4AGE is a big-port with no oil drain from the head to block. Is there any way I can tap an oil drain in the back of the head w/o getting metal shavings / swarf in the oil-ways? I've heard smearing the cutting bit with grease helps but am worried that even a minute amount of swarf may damage the bearings / engine.
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    Definitely don't try and drill and tap with the engine together, not worth the risk. Take the head off if you're going that way.

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