bradleyem
forum member
Outside air temps here are starting to reach 90+ and it isn't even June yet. So, my Engine Coolant Temps are rising again. Today it was about 90 out, and my coolant temps were around 220 with the A/C on. Intake air temps were running around 120. Typically, without the A/C on my coolant temps stay around 196-198 in 90 degree weather. So, the A/C adds about 20 degrees. Of course, the temperature gauge on the cluster is basically an idiot light, so it doesn't even move over center until temps reach around 240. So, how hot is pushing it? My car has almost 114,000 miles on it and I'm trying to make it last while I put together a built motor for it. I'm trying to come up with ideas to reduce coolant and IATs as much as possible. I'm considering installing a 12+ GT500 vent in the hood or an aftermarket hood. I'm also considering an engine oil cooler (air based, not coolant based). I'd also like to upgrade the radiator.
I really don't like how "Cold Air Intakes" are basically just the opposite....they pull in hot air from under the hood. I wish that someone would design one that actually pulled in cold air from outside the engine compartment.
Also, what about the front grille? I have heard people say that aftermarket grills flow more air and cool better. I actually wonder about going ala '13+ GT500 style and having an open grill. Either no grill at all, or basically a trim ring that is open in the middle. Delete the fog lights and move the connectors and also move the horns. Paint anything that sticks out visually flat black.
I really don't like how "Cold Air Intakes" are basically just the opposite....they pull in hot air from under the hood. I wish that someone would design one that actually pulled in cold air from outside the engine compartment.
Also, what about the front grille? I have heard people say that aftermarket grills flow more air and cool better. I actually wonder about going ala '13+ GT500 style and having an open grill. Either no grill at all, or basically a trim ring that is open in the middle. Delete the fog lights and move the connectors and also move the horns. Paint anything that sticks out visually flat black.