oil cooler
oil cooler
Has anybody installed an oil cooler on their streetglide. How difficult could this be. I am thinking of getting one, and putting it on in the near future, along with the oil temp gauge.
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When you install the OTG, don't attempt to tee the sender into the cooler hose as specified by the Moco. Instead, buy a Napa #3220 x 6 x 2 (1/8"F-3/8"M) adapter and install it in the pan where it belongs. It'll give you a good reading of the oil temp in the engine, as the pan is the next step after the engine in the flow.
Last edited by iclick; Feb 11, 2009 at 06:38 PM.
Good idea, and it's an easy install. If you're buying the HD Premium cooler find a 7/16" Allen socket before starting the job, as you'll need it for the filter adapter. Jamming two 7/16" nuts onto a long bolt will also work. There are plenty of threads on this subject here.
When you install the OTG, don't attempt to tee the sender into the cooler hose as specified by the Moco. Instead, buy a Napa #3220 x 6 x 2 (1/8"F-3/8"M) adapter and install it in the pad where it belongs. It'll give you a good reading of the oil temp in the engine, as the pan is the next step after the engine in the flow.
When you install the OTG, don't attempt to tee the sender into the cooler hose as specified by the Moco. Instead, buy a Napa #3220 x 6 x 2 (1/8"F-3/8"M) adapter and install it in the pad where it belongs. It'll give you a good reading of the oil temp in the engine, as the pan is the next step after the engine in the flow.
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I'm describing the procedure for an '07-'08 FLH, as earlier TC's are different and I'm not familar with the procedure for them. The '09 also shows a different part number so obviously it is different in some way.
For my '07 the cooler was an easy install with nothing I would call a "mod." You will need to replace the filter mount, which means the filter will need to come out, and that is the only slightly tricky part with the odd 7/16" Allen fastener. As for instructions, mine (purchased in late '06 for my '07 bike) dictated a complex rigmarole for dealing with the VR and its wires, but none of that was necessary. It was a matter of unscrewing the two VR nuts, pulling the VR out of the way, inserting the cooler frame, and re-inserting the VR and nuts. Replace the filter adapter, attach the hoses and filter, and top-off the oil (or just change it like I did)--that's about it. It might be a one hour job, two if you're cautious and take a few beer breaks. Definitely one of the easier installs I've done and also one of the most important, IMO.
Those with TC88's and '09 bikes can chime in and describe how the procedure is different for these bikes.
Last edited by iclick; Feb 11, 2009 at 06:45 PM.
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I also recommend using permatex high tack spray a gasket to hold the HD gasket in place on the adaptor during installation.
Installion of the kit is easy!
Installion of the kit is easy!
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I have the Jagg 10 row oil cooler w/ thermostat it installs easy and works great.
I went with the Jagg because I wanted a larger cooling area.
Charlie
I went with the Jagg because I wanted a larger cooling area.
Charlie
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Jagg made HD coolers up until 2004, but no longer do.
I don't know if this is typical, but a friend bought a 10-row with t'stat and the t'stat wouldn't open. The second t'stat opened but wouldn't close, so he gave up and removed it. Personally, I think a t'stat is important, as you don't want to be cooling cold oil for a number of reasons. Some use a manual bypass valve that Jagg makes or a sock to keep the wind off when not needed.
