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So... what I believe that the heating exchange capability of the whater system is marginaly enough seems to be true..

By the way
What about oil level and quality
Have seen that if oil level is on the E-side my temp increases a bit
if it is on full its cooler..

Have you also change the - i would like to be an oil cooler - oil filter base???


It's funny you mention that... The newer Sportage DO NOT HAVE an oil cooler under the oil filter <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/frown.gif" alt="" /> I guess Kia decided they didn't need it. I think the change was made either in 98 or 2000, anybody remember? I remember this was discusses before and I think Axe or someone knows what year it changed.

I wonder if that makes them have more of a tendency to run hot.

My 96 had one, my 2002 does not. My 96 ran cooler with the same radiator and electric fan setup than my 2002 runs now.

I have considered installing an aftermarket air-cooled oil cooler, there are some nice-looking ones on Ebay, just for the well-being of my engine. Your thoughts on this? I think there are some on Ebay specifically for the Sportage.

Last edited by Nukeiridium; 09/22/09 08:18 PM.
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