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Originally Posted by mr_manny
Does anyone know if the mechanics manual mentions anything about not operating a turbo om617 without a functioning cooler?
Deleting the oil-cooler to provide for a Cleaner Install and eliminate potential oil leaks associated with lines/oil-cooler in the future.
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Potential benefits with turbo/motor longevity gained from the Stock Mercedes oil-cooler.
I'm a fan of the latter...
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You already have good Hoses. Some day they may leak but that is a long ways off.
The Heat Exchanger idea funola suggested would work but they cost more than an accessory Oil Cooler does and when they go bad you get a mix of Coolant and Oil.