{"product_id":"mishimoto-thermostatic-gold-m20-oil-sandwich-plate","title":"Mishimoto Thermostatic Gold M20 Oil Sandwich Plate","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003eMMOP-SPT\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 748666000070\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMishimoto Thermostatic Gold M20 Oil Sandwich Plate for BMW E30 E36 Z3 Subaru WRX M20x1.5\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Mishimoto Thermostatic Oil Sandwich Plate installs between the oil filter and engine block on vehicles with M20x1.5 filter threads including BMW E30 E36 Z3 and Subaru Impreza WRX. The lightweight high-flow design from 6061 aluminum features a built-in thermostat that blocks oil flow to the cooler until reaching activation temperature for quicker engine warmup and better lubrication in cold conditions. Swap the included 185 degree F thermostat for 160 or 200 degree F units to dial in exact oil temperatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e6061 Aluminum Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e CNC-machined billet aluminum with durable gold anodized finish weighs just 0.70 lbs for reduced engine bay weight and corrosion resistance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Thermostat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 185 degree F unit opens at set temperature to direct oil to cooler preventing overcooling while allowing fast warmup and cold climate protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSwappable Thermostats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Includes 185 degree F with option to install 160 or 200 degree F for custom oil temperature control in any climate or driving style.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh-Flow Ports:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dual -10AN female ports support large 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