C6 Operating Oil Temp on track
11-02-2007, 08:06 AM
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C6 Operating Oil Temp on track
Car runs 208-210F under cruising speed, 260-270F on the track. Is that normal? I am a little concerned because the temps are so high. I know synthetic are rated for almost 300F, but is that normal or is there something wrong with the car?
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11-02-2007, 09:14 AM
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Melting Slicks
Nothing at all wrong with 270. That's actually pretty tame. Synthetics are good for well over 300. If you see sustained temps of 310+ or higher, back it off and upgrade your oil cooler. We routinely see oil temps in the 230-260 range with a really good cooler and radiator.
11-02-2007, 11:18 AM
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Le Mans Master
Good synthetic oil is good for much more than 300...the real concern is more for the rubber and/or plastic parts in the engine that will be affected by heat.
The good news is the LS2 has a warning for engine oil temperature which I think is 320 so if GM feels the need to set a warning at 320 then perhaps 270 isn't so bad.
As you drive more agessively or do longer sessions you will see higher temps, perhaps now would be a good time to consider a better cooling system for your oil.
The good news is the LS2 has a warning for engine oil temperature which I think is 320 so if GM feels the need to set a warning at 320 then perhaps 270 isn't so bad.
As you drive more agessively or do longer sessions you will see higher temps, perhaps now would be a good time to consider a better cooling system for your oil.
