Thermostatic Controlled Sandwich Adapter and Oil Cooler Installed, 7AFE Engine Options

[msk59]

I finally got around to finish up the installation of a thermostatic controlled sandwich adapter and oil cooler and ran the car for about 5 minutes. No leaks. Road Test pending as I am doing other stuff to the car.

Since we all know that 7AFE engines run hot and bake the oil if not taken care off. So I found a potential solution. I purchased a 7x10 inch oil cooler and a Derale brand thermostatic-controlled sandwich adapter that opens around 180 degrees. I then installed it in between the oil filter and oil filter nipple. Ran two hoses (forward and return) to the front of the car and installed the oil cooler there. In the garage, the car warmed up nicely but the temperature needle did not go halfway as it used to do. So far so good. Its a simple install.

Here are the pictures. Total cost around $120 (including mistakes)

http://s48.photobucket.com/user/msk59/libr...rt=3&page=1

The sandwich adapter I used is Darale 25783 Low Profile thermostatic adapter with pressure relief.

Thanks

This post has been edited by msk59: Oct 15, 2014 - 6:42 PM

[Syaoran]

Commenting for pics.

I bought one of these sandwich adapters for my 5S but I fear I'll have to remove the a/c compressor permanently to install it.

[msk59]

Mine barely fitted in the small space between the front of the engine and the exhaust manifold. The adapter is only one inch thick so there is still enough air between the exhaust manifold and the filter itself.

I am not familiar with the 5S engine. BTW, there are numerous configuration available and you can install an oil filter relocation kit. I will try to get the pictures uploaded in photobucket tonight when I get home.

I wish (like other forum) where you have the option to upload your pictures directly from your computer. Perhaps there is a reason for that.

[Convict]

Mine barely fitted in the small space between the front of the engine and the exhaust manifold. The adapter is only one inch thick so there is still enough air between the exhaust manifold and the filter itself.

I am not familiar with the 5S engine. BTW, there are numerous configuration available and you can install an oil filter relocation kit. I will try to get the pictures uploaded in photobucket tonight when I get home.

I wish (like other forum) where you have the option to upload your pictures directly from your computer. Perhaps there is a reason for that.

Hmmm did you just blank outer oil feed line this a bolt,as my 7afe have came standard this oil cooler and i was thinking about changing the rad,but dunno put the adapters on to bypass bajo bolt or just do your setup.

[msk59]

When I was doing the search I found out that European model STs iwth 7A-FE engine came from factory with oil cooler the one you have. It goes back to the oil sump. US models did not came with the oil cooler, called heat exchange. The did that in Camry here but not Celica or Corolla. So I did this sandwich adapter with thermostat and oil cooler setup.

[Syaoran]

Thanks for the pics.

You'll find you're better off getting an oil filter that's wider in diameter with that sandwich plate.

Guessing in this oil sandwich adapter the line pointing up is the cooled oil and the down line is the hot oil?

The oil cooler radiator, what is it from?

[msk59]

Welcome.

"You'll find you're better off getting an oil filter that's wider in diameter with that sandwich plate"

Yes, the Darale adapter comes with a spec sheet that recommends several different oil filters.

"The oil cooler radiator, what is it from?"

I purchased it from ebay. When I get home, I will find the company name but it is really strong built and thick too. Feels very durable and finish is very good. I think it was around $45. The reason I picked this size as it fits in the space in front of the condensor, without leaving any space between it and the condensor.

I have been running this for a few weeks. After a couple of days, there was a leak developed in one of hoses that was fixed. Since then it has been running fine.

Edit: The shop name is Speed Daddy powder coated all aluminum.

This post has been edited by msk59: Nov 5, 2014 - 9:13 PM