I have an LS/VTEC engine using ALL Type-R components except of course for the block which is a B18B. I have ~11.8 CR and lots of moderate upgrades including I/H/E, etc.

Would you guys recommend getting an external oil cooler since the Type-R comes with an oil cooler ??

Or is it okay to use such a high CR with the B18B keeping in mind it also does not have the oil skirters like the B18C engines ???

Your feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks

 

It would be a good idea, especially since you live in miami.

 

the answer is simply yes if your go race. otherwise- No..
trackday my motors oil temp hits freaking 130+ degrees C sometimes...