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C7 Corvette LT1, LT4, LT5 Oil Cooler Adapter with Thermostat (EGM-132-T7)
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Call: 407-846-8430
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Frequently Asked Questions
SKU: EGM-132-T7
The C7 Corvette's water to oil heat exchanger is appropriate for a street car, but is wildly insufficient for track or performance use. Those looking to delete the factory heat exchanger and replace it with a high-efficiency air to oil cooler can use Improved Racing's thermostatic adapter to maintain precise control of oil temperatures.
Improved Racing's adapter features a built-in thermostat that automatically bypasses the cooler until the oil reaches operating temperature. No need to worry about over-cooling the oil or long warm-up times!
The adapter features standard female -8AN O-ring boss ports that accept optional male adapter fittings for -8AN, -10AN or -12AN lines.
Two interchangeable OUT ports provide flexibility in line routing. A plug is included for the unused port, or an optional sensor adapter fitting may be used for an 1/8" NPT or M12x1.5 sensor. The extra port can also be used as a turbo oil feed or for plumbing an oil accumulator.
Features and Benefits
- 100% bolt-on in place of the factory heat exchanger, just above the oil filter
- Built-in thermostat helps reduce engine wear and horsepower losses by preventing oil temperatures from dropping below optimal levels
- Maintains a minimum oil temperature of 180°F (82°C), 200°F (93°C), or 212°F (100°C) in most conditions (select preferred temperature from the drop down above)
- Rebuildable - just send it back to us and we will replace the thermal actuator, spring and seals
- Extra OUT port can be used for a sensor, turbo oil feed line, or oil accumulator
- Retains stock oil filter location
- Oil exiting the adapter is filtered oil
- 6061-T6 billet aluminum construction with black MIL-A-8625 Type II anodized finish
- High-temp Viton seals
- Lifetime Warranty
- Made in the USA
Available in -8AN, -10AN, or -12AN
Dimensions
Includes
- 1x Thermostatic oil cooler adapter block for LT1/LT4 engines
- 1x Gasket
- 2x Zinc-plated steel mounting screws
- 1x -8AN plug
- Detailed installation instructions
Optional Add-Ons
- 2x Black anodized -8AN, -10AN, or -12AN adapter fittings with Viton O-rings
- 1x 1/8" NPT or M12x1.5 sensor port adapter fitting
Installation Notes
- This oil adapter is designed for O-ring boss fittings with a straight thread length of 0.500" or less. We recommend using our fittings in order to guarantee proper fitment and seal.
- We recommend using a straight hose end fitting for the OUT port and a 90-degree hose end fitting for the IN port. For additional clearance, use our low profile hose end fitting on the IN port (part number DO-090-08-08 (-8AN lines) or DO-090-10-08 (-10AN lines). Note only one O-ring boss adapter fitting is needed when using this low-profile hose end.
Applications
- 2014-2019 Chevrolet Corvette (C7), all models
- Factory oil cooler delete is required. Purchase Improved Racing delete kit part # EC7-681.
- GM oil pan part numbers 12684491, 12696685, and 12696686
- May fit GM trucks with Gen V Chevrolet small block V8 engines
- May fit other vehicles using the Gen V Chevrolet small block LT1, LT4, LT5, L86 and L83 engines
- Does fit Holley Gen V LT Pan 302-20
- Does not fit GM truck oil pan part # 12696280
- Does not fit 6th GenCamaro SS and ZL1 oil pan (use part # EGM-136 instead)
- Does not fit 2014-2019 Cadillac CTS-V oil pan (use part # EGM-136 instead)
- Does not fit 2020+ Cadillac CT5 Blackwing
- Built-in thermostat helps reduce engine wear and horsepower losses by preventing oil temperatures from dropping below optimal levels
- Two interchangeable OUT ports provide flexibility in line routing. Extra OUT port can be used for a sensor, turbo oil feed line, or oil accumulator
- 6061-T6 billet aluminum construction with black MIL-A-8625 Type II anodized finish
- 100% bolt-on in place of the factory heat exchanger, just above the oil filter
- Lifetime Warranty. Made in the USA.
| Drop Ship Item | No
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| Special Order Item | No
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| Manufacturer | Improved Racing
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| Part Weight | 11.9 oz (337 g)
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| Finish | Type II Anodized
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| Color | Black
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| Minimum Operating Temperature | -40°F (-40°C)
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| Maximum Operating Temperature | 302°F (150°C)
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| Inlet Port Size | -8AN O-Ring Boss Female
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| Outlet Port Size | -8AN O-Ring Boss Female
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| Maximum Operating Pressure | 300 psi (20.68 bar)
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| Max Recommended Flow Rate | Up to 20 GPM (76 LPM)
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| Fluid Compatibility | Engine oil
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| Sensor / Accessory Port 1 | -8AN O-Ring Boss Female
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Our History
For 23 years Speedzone Performance LLC has been providing aftermarket car parts to Central Floridians and 1000's of customers online. What makes us different than all the other places online? We have 3 actual brick and mortar locations where were serve customers daily and find new ways to provide support and assistance to the automotive community at large. From our in house SPDZ1 Brand, to our constantly growing in stock inventory, we strive to make our customer service and ease of purchase stand out from the rest! We are also one of the largest automotive part financing providers anywhere in the United States, and continue to provide more options for our customers every year. We love what we do, and it shows in every product we sell and every new customer who becomes a part of our Speedzone Family.