Thread: 348 Running warm

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Originally Posted by firebird77clone

Nobody (else) EVER recommends an oil cooler.
The cooling system SHOULD keep proper operating temperature. BUT- custom system can overwhelm engineered standards.

There is no downside to cooling the oil.

It has crossed my mind but if I have to go that route or revamp my whole cooling system, the 348 is going to a new home and a 5.3 or 6.0 will go in it's place this winter. It's a cool motor, but honestly, I would feel a little more comfortable driving this thing across the states with a modern motor if this thing is going to fight me.

Originally Posted by 53 Chevy5

It's a cool motor, but honestly, I would feel a little more comfortable driving this thing across the states with a modern motor if this thing is going to fight me.

JMHO, I think you're fighting the indefinable. If you’re anything like me, you may as well start now and put the motor in. Get your piece of mind and enjoy!