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Old 08-14-2005, 10:07 PM
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i would

doubt that the oil could drain back into the engine from the oil cooler. it seems to me that it will always be under pressure whether it is open or closed.

my thought was not that complicated. i was just thinking of some sludge issues stopping oil from draining down from the head.

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