Accusump / Oil Cooler questions

[sparky]

Finally I installed my Accusump & Oil Cooler from SoS and they are working fine, but I have a couple of queries....

Although I was meticulous with sealing tape I do have minor oil leakage from some of the joints. Is it possible to have an Accusump system with ZERO oil leaks? What's the best sealing method/compound for the tapered threads?

I was surprised to find the oil cooler fan will switch on even driving around town, and when I pull up at home the fan will usually run for 30secs or so before turning itself off. I measured temperature of the oil cooler surface and it's around 160F which is within the range of thermo-switch, so it's working properly. I assume this is normal, but I'm surprised because I was expecting it would take some very spirited driving or track work to bring the fan on. Do other Accusumo users notice this?

 

[stuntman]

IMO 160 is pretty low to have the fan come on and if it does not wired to shut off with your ignition, it will always stay in for a period of time after you shut it off. Get a lower temp switch

 

[Coz]

Yes, mine doesn't leak at all.
Plumbers tape, 3 full wraps.

Although I was meticulous with sealing tape I do have minor oil leakage from some of the joints. Is it possible to have an Accusump system with ZERO oil leaks? What's the best sealing method/compound for the tapered threads?

 

[d.n]

I thought AN fittings are supposed to go in with a drop of oil on them (no tape)? Or does this kit only have pipe threaded fittings?

 

[Coz]

How I did mine.
I used both, AN Fittings and pipe thread fittings.
Used the tape on the pipe threads. My AN fittings don't leak.
As you can see, I also installed a Laminova oil to water cooler.

I thought AN fittings are supposed to go in with a drop of oil on them (no tape)? Or does this kit only have pipe threaded fittings?

 

[sparky]

Plumbers tape, 3 full wraps.

that's the clue I needed. I only did one wrap :frown: Learn something every day ... ! :smile:

 

[sparky]

Get a lower temp switch

so far I'm interpretting that as "Get a higher temp switch" ... ??

 

[funkynsx]

Good thread sparky.
I'm getting the accusump soon and wondered if the fan activated during normal driving.
Now i know.
Cheers

 

[sparky]

How I did mine.
I used both, AN Fittings and pipe thread fittings.
Used the tape on the pipe threads. My AN fittings don't leak.
As you can see, I also installed a Laminova oil to water cooler.

Interesting install Coz. Whats that "Mocal" device?

Did you locate Accusump away from back wall to avoid engine heat soak? I've been thinking the boot needs ventilation since I installed mine. Heat soak after stopping is noticeable (pressure does rise), and install notes warn that heat soak with EPC valve closed is not good.

Has anyone found a good way to ventilate the boot?

Also Coz, when you say "pipe threads" what do you mean - non tapered threads perhaps? when would you choose one over another?

 

[sparky]

IMO 160 is pretty low to have the fan come

From memory the switch comes on at 175 and turns off at 140. If I were to get a higher on temp switch I figure the turn off temp should stay the same (140). But what would be a good on temp .... say 190F ? wouldn't want to go too high or it won't come in.

Alternately I could fit a switch and only enable system on the track. But then again ... cooler oil is probably a good thing for engine longevity, even for suburban driving.

 

[Coz]

The Mocal is a Laminova oil to water cooler. Water coming from the radiator passes through it, oil from the block passes through it and the water cools the oil. Stabilizes the temps very well. The key is to have a dual pass radiator and the bigger capacity for it to work at it's best. My water and oil temps usually stay within 12 degrees of each other.

I haven't noticed any heat soaking issues with my system. I used to have it mounted in the passenger rear quarter panel. I put it where it is now more out of ease for servicing, location of the Laminova and to make sure I can see it and check it for pressure and any leaks that may develop.

Yes, non tapered pipe threads as in straight type pipe threads. I've never thought about using tapered pipe threads.

Interesting install Coz. Whats that "Mocal" device?

Did you locate Accusump away from back wall to avoid engine heat soak? I've been thinking the boot needs ventilation since I installed mine. Heat soak after stopping is noticeable (pressure does rise), and install notes warn that heat soak with EPC valve closed is not good.

Has anyone found a good way to ventilate the boot?

Also Coz, when you say "pipe threads" what do you mean - non tapered threads perhaps? when would you choose one over another?