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My Monaro vxr

caprixpack

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Interesting, an oil cooler in much cooler climate than it's normal environment.
I know, it's a bit of an odd one. I had originally planned to remove it but when I found the thermostat I decided to keep it on for the time being.
 

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I know, it's a bit of an odd one. I had originally planned to remove it but when I found the thermostat I decided to keep it on for the time being.

I'd keep it if it has the thermostat. Best possible setup to have.
 

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I’ve eyed them off many times.
They seem good
 

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I fit the new engine mounts this morning.
Fairly easy and straightforward job with the only difficulty being getting the drivers side engine mount bracket off, but managed to get to the bolts through the gaps between the subframe and control arms with the wheel off and lots of socket extensions.
Really need to drop the subframe and re paint it.
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Thankfully there's no noticeable increase on vibration or noise, after reading mixed reviews it had me a bit worried.
 

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Good to hear on vibration.
Sorry = my OCD = and along with the subframe= Sump needs a good polish.

And even more , even though ,wood in between = on the sump!!
Sorry but , ( yeah I sore jack stands =great ) , but , dude = place jack some inches ,back and on the K frame = way , way better and no sump issues !!!
 
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