Fuze Posted June 5, 2015 Report Share Posted June 5, 2015 (edited) So wire tap the CX fans to the harness that plugs into the bottom of the radiator? Just splice into the wires at the two plugs that connect to the stock fans that are held at the top of the shroud, or cut the plugs off the stock fans and solder them to the new ones. The wires at the bottom (sensor wires) are pre-relay, the ones that connect to the fans are after the relay and supply the power. Edited June 5, 2015 by Fuze Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasQuest Posted June 6, 2015 Report Share Posted June 6, 2015 Would it be a better option to use an aftermarket fan controller kit? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
importwarrior Posted June 6, 2015 Report Share Posted June 6, 2015 To me stock works fine.I just want more CFM from my fans. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasQuest Posted June 6, 2015 Report Share Posted June 6, 2015 My stock fans barely move air anymore and the car is running hot. Need a better alternative. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vbrad511 Posted August 23, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 23, 2015 Been a while since I was on this thread, but got my radiator, bungs in, brackets for fans on, and it'll either go in tomorrow or next weekend. I know I've seen a post about the hoses needed, but sure can't find it now. What do I need? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
screemin eagle Posted August 30, 2015 Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 So get the 2 or 3 row sr20 radiator? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
importwarrior Posted August 30, 2015 Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 i got that and it is great.i got the fan shroud that goes with it. fits good minor mode like opening the bolt on holes a littlebut the fans are under powered. i will be buying stronger fans for sure. i feel the shroud retains the heat rather then keeping the car cool. once the fans kick onthe car cools so fast real fast amazingly fast. just the shroud retains the heat like a pocket of hot air.cruising down the express way it is fine fans are off. but city driving the shroud retains the heat like a pocket of hot air. LOL 2 dual speed fans would probably be best if using the shroud. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vbrad511 Posted August 30, 2015 Author Report Share Posted August 30, 2015 I got the 2 row. Been juggling a few projects lately, in addition to a work schedule that doesn't give me much free time (with any motivation to do anything but sleep), so it's been a slow process, but got back on it today. I've done things a bit differently than most would, and I've taken some pics along the way I'll get posted when I know it's all gonna work out ok. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby Posted September 4, 2015 Report Share Posted September 4, 2015 (edited) some thing I did learn about radiators and cooling ,while playing with my old Blk truck, adding oil to the engine works better then a larger radiator ,adding a larger oil cooler worked super , during a 1/4 mile run the engine would not climb more then 10-15 f , and be back to 176f bout 1/2 way down the return changing oil including cooler it held slightly over 8 qt Edited September 4, 2015 by Shelby Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ionstar Posted September 5, 2015 Report Share Posted September 5, 2015 Just did the sr20 alum upgrade on my starion... Definitely runs cooler now im thinking of upgrading the oil cooler. What do you guys use/recommend for oil cooler the starquests oil coolers are so small haha Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
importwarrior Posted September 5, 2015 Report Share Posted September 5, 2015 read this link. might be an option for oil cooling. http://www.starquest...69#entry1489011 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ionstar Posted September 5, 2015 Report Share Posted September 5, 2015 Well now i know what im ordering next. That hks sounds awesome. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ionstar Posted September 5, 2015 Report Share Posted September 5, 2015 Going to upgrade to a montero oil cooler as well. Should be lots of fun. Now to just figure out how much more oil to add. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasQuest Posted September 5, 2015 Report Share Posted September 5, 2015 Is that HKS Evo unit a nearly bolt-on unit for our cars? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
importwarrior Posted September 5, 2015 Report Share Posted September 5, 2015 The main thing you need to know is there is info out there that says oil needs to be about 212 or higher to run good. Too low and it can ware out the engine rings and bearings and such faster if it is too cold. http://www.maperformance.com/images/magictoolbox_cache/8a5b5c23bc6b1e9cbba52829116c6900/2/0/20010/thumb600x308/570801723/S_3594.jpg Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasQuest Posted September 5, 2015 Report Share Posted September 5, 2015 Yeah thats why I'm feeling more comfortable with a Montero cooler since it's more of a "factory" upgrade. What years did they come on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ionstar Posted September 5, 2015 Report Share Posted September 5, 2015 Second gens 91-99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby Posted September 6, 2015 Report Share Posted September 6, 2015 check u pull it's for old M-benz diesels Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TexasQuest Posted September 7, 2015 Report Share Posted September 7, 2015 And this is the Montero, not the Montero "Sport" correct? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ionstar Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Its the same oil for both versions or so the napa salesperson said when i called a few days ago. Also did some research and napa carries 2 versions of the oil coolers regular (roughly same size as our stock) and a heavy duty version about an inch thinker Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 you can add more then one in series Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skullzaflare Posted September 9, 2015 Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 Its the same oil for both versions or so the napa salesperson said when i called a few days ago. Also did some research and napa carries 2 versions of the oil coolers regular (roughly same size as our stock) and a heavy duty version about an inch thinkercarquest carries them as well, they are actually listed as trans/oil cooler. if you wanted a nice oil cooler i can get OE style that is double pass, and up to the size of a truck radiator lol, but you are looking at the cost of a new motor lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ionstar Posted September 9, 2015 Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 Lols too big Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vbrad511 Posted September 9, 2015 Author Report Share Posted September 9, 2015 I've gotta ask this, what the problem with our stock oil coolers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
importwarrior Posted September 10, 2015 Report Share Posted September 10, 2015 Nothing other then maybe a little small and it does practically nothing until the valve opens when the oil hits 212 degrees. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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