Questions about cooling solutions

[bchalks]

Originally Posted by Olgeezer1

Wondering about upgrading to a CSF radiator. As I understand it, coolant temps. are controlled completely by computer module so would the CSF radiator actually lower my operating temps. or do I have to do some coding(something I know nothing about) as mentioned above.

No coding necessary. The CSF radiator is plug n play. Your operating temps might take a little longer to "come up to temp" but likely not noticeable in your climate. The DME will do all the work for you.

[Olgeezer1]

Originally Posted by bchalks

No coding necessary. The CSF radiator is plug n play. Your operating temps might take a little longer to "come up to temp" but likely not noticeable in your climate. The DME will do all the work for you.

Thanks for your response. I guess what I'm really asking is about the CSF's effect on normal running temps. I typically see 100 degrees C (212 degrees Fahrenheit) cruising, which dips to maybe 85 C when I'm pushing. I can see how the CSF would help prevent overheating on a track day but what I'm after is getting my cruising temps. down to the 85-90 C area. Wondering if the CSF will help with that or if something like the MHD flash tune mentioned earlier would be necessary to lower cruising temps.

[gjm120]

Originally Posted by Olgeezer1

Thanks for your response. I guess what I'm really asking is about the CSF's effect on normal running temps. I typically see 100 degrees C (212 degrees Fahrenheit) cruising, which dips to maybe 85 C when I'm pushing. I can see how the CSF would help prevent overheating on a track day but what I'm after is getting my cruising temps. down to the 85-90 C area. Wondering if the CSF will help with that or if something like the MHD flash tune mentioned earlier would be necessary to lower cruising temps.

I think the ECU is going to tell the car to get to whatever it considers to be the appropriate temperature. I think the benefit of a better radiator would be the water pump would have to work less and therefore may last longer.

[bchalks]

I agree with gjm120. The computers have a "target" temp they are trying to hit so you will not see lower numbers while cruising unless you modify these "target" numbers in the DME.

You can use MHD to lower your target temps regardless of whether or not you upgrade the radiator.

[Olgeezer1]

Originally Posted by bchalks

I agree with gjm120. The computers have a "target" temp they are trying to hit so you will not see lower numbers while cruising unless you modify these "target" numbers in the DME.

You can use MHD to lower your target temps regardless of whether or not you upgrade the radiator.

OK, that's pretty much what I'm coming to understand. Not really computer literate, know nothing about MHD but can talk to a local coding guy who should be aware of it. Thanks guys.