Oil Cooler thermostat, oil injection sump, etc.

[mikyFIA]

OK, I will look out for these things, thanks. And if I ever get the car titled and registered, I can drive it legally for a longer period…….

[mrmustang]

Originally Posted by mikyFIA

OK, I will look out for these things, thanks. And if I ever get the car titled and registered, I can drive it legally for a longer period…….

What state are you attempting to title and register the car in?

What seems to be the issues you are experiencing in doing so?



Bill S.

[lippy]

I agree you should think about disconnecting the oil cooler. I just installed mine and ran braided lines into the engine bay and capped them for future use so it's just there for looks. My oil has difficulty reaching a high temp as it is, so I'll never need the cooler. The thermostat is just added complexity and potential for leaks.

On the preoiler, it's not a bad idea but I don't think you need it.

On the return line, do you have a mechanical or an electric pump? If electric, you should have a return anyway. If mechanical, I wouldn't add a return. If you have vapor lock issues (esp with winter gas), insulate your fuel lines and add a phenolic spacer. That will likely solve your problem.

[Dominik]

Before you disconnect the oil cooler, I would tape it to stop airflow.
And I agree, you probably won't need it in the US of A at 65 mph.

[mikeinatlanta]

Return line is entirely dependent on the fuel system components. What do you have?

[mikyFIA]

Originally Posted by mikeinatlanta

Return line is entirely dependent on the fuel system components. What do you have?

I have what Jim Inglese called a standard Weber induction system for a 289 Ford setup, looks like this:

Mechanical fuel pump and inlet line side pressure regulator at 3 psi, I think.

[mikyFIA]

Originally Posted by mrmustang

What state are you attempting to title and register the car in?

What seems to be the issues you are experiencing in doing so?



Bill S.

Bill, I am in New Mexico, and the MVD told me earlier, before I picked up the car, when I told them that it was sold on an MSO from Shelby American, that I would not need anything but the MSO, Bill of Sale, and proof of insurance to title and register the car. I went down with all that, and then the Gestapo lady told me this must be a "special construction" car (she could not find any other box to check in the computer), or a kit car, and so needed a "level 3" VIN inspection that can only be done by the State Police or FBI. The State Police only does those inspections one day a month, so I am on the list for Friday this week, hope it goes well. She said she had never done one like this, and didn't know they existed, hope the State Police know better……what a mess this state is sometimes for titling and registering anything except new cars from major manufacturers.