Oil/Water heat exchanger

[62stevew]

Guys, I‘ve bought this OilWater heat exchange unit, which I was told came from a Cerbera ( & also used on some speed six cars )

Do any of you have one fitted ?

If so how‘s it plumbed in ?

I‘m thinking the water will come from the cool side of the radiator (ie outlet). & the oil comes from the pump, via a Remote Filter, then through the exchanger & back into the block.

Any thoughts ? Pictures of the real setup ?

[s3dave]

On the water side I can confirm it comes from the bottom of the radiator, through the water-cooled oil cooler to the bottom of the engine (I know as I have just changed a hose). I can't remember, but your description of the oil pipes sound logical.

If you google "TVR Sagaris engine" and look on images you will see the water-cooled oil cooler at the front nearside of the engine bay.

[glow worm]

You're correct... It should be mounted on rubber bushes to allow some flexibility.... If you take it apart you will find it's very simple.. a series of copper pipes inside for the water to flow and the oil circulates around them. I replaced the oil pipe connectors stainless ones and polished up the aluminium housing, then it looks quite good . I used to keep a shinny spare and swop them at service time .

Edited by glow worm on Wednesday 14th September 18:45