The idle operating temp for oil is in the 180-200 range. As it goes past that it starts to break down. Our cars run very hot. MB tried to offset this in the N/A with the 8.5 qts, which is reidiculously high for such a small engine with low HP. In the SRT they have a very tiny oil cooler that probably drops the temps 10-20 degrees or so.

This mod will not be needed for a daily driven car, but if you track it it can really help. Cooler oil not only prolongs engine life by reducing wear but it will help keep underhood temps down and thus reduce heat soak on the rest of the engine.

We have developed 4 parts thus far to aid in cooling these engines down. If we plan on adding more power, prolonging life and reducing heat are necessary steps.