{"product_id":"improved-racing-flow-series-motorsport-remote-inline-transmission-and-differential-oil-thermostat-145f","title":"Improved Racing - Flow Series Motorsport remote inline transmission and differential oil thermostat, 145F","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved Racing's Flow Series Motor Sport (FSM) oil thermostat is a universal solution that can be used with any oil cooler on any vehicle or industrial application flowing up to 20 GPM (75.71 LPM).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTrusted by professional race teams, OEM's, and military contractors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccelerates fluid warmup time and maintains a minimum fluid temperature.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented high-flow design with no valves, springs, or other obstructions in the primary oil flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures -10AN female O-ring boss ports. Optional adapter fittings available in various sizes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLifetime warranty. Made in the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"data item content allow\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-label-description\" id=\"description\" data-role=\"content\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product attribute description\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"value\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved Racing's Flow Series Motor Sport (FSM) oil thermostat is a high-performance, high-flow, universal fluid temperature control solution that can be used with any oil cooler on any vehicle or industrial application flowing up to 20 GPM (75.71 LPM).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patented internal design (US patent 9,772,632) minimizes the pressure drop by strategically locating the bypass valve mechanism completely out of the primary fluid flow. This design is ideal for demanding applications that require low flow restriction in a compact and lightweight design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany professional racing teams, supercar manufacturers, and military contractors rely on Improved Racing's thermostats for the advantages they provide in competition and in critical operating environments. Our professional engineering team has experience customizing thermostats and supporting a mulitude of custom applications. Please inquire if you need a customization to support your application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImproved Racing maintains exceptionally high quality-control standards. Every single Improved Racing thermostat undergoes rigurous inspection, functional testing, and certification before it leaves our doors. We manufacture them in the USA to the strictest standards and back them with a lifetime warranty – your guarantee of lasting performance and peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe FSM thermostat features female -10AN O-ring boss threads and is available with optional fittings in 3\/8\" or 1\/2'' hose barb or AN fittings in -6AN, -8AN, -10AN, or -12AN. The included brackets allow for multiple mounting options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Use an Oil Thermostat?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHigh performance vehicles require large oil coolers to ensure that the oil does not overheat during strenuous use. These coolers also introduce the danger of over-cooling the oil and delaying engine warm-up, resulting in horsepower loss, excessive engine wear and reduced gas mileage. Oil thermostats perform the critical function of bypassing the oil cooler until the oil has reached its minimum operating temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOperation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/9556\/2683\/files\/flowDiagramFSM.png?v=1770041686\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures and Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduces excessive engine wear and horsepower losses while improving gas mileage by preventing oil temperatures from dropping below optimal levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains a minimum fluid temperature according to the typical stabilization temp in the table below, +\/- 2°F (+\/- 1°C).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatented, high flow, low pressure drop design locates the valve assembly completely out of the primary fluid flow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllows a small percentage (less than 10%) of fluid to continually circulate through the cooler to eliminate air pockets and prevent cold fluid trapped in the cooler from shocking the system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThermostat can never fail in such a way that fluid flow is blocked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRebuildable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6061-T6 billet aluminum construction with black MIL-A-8625 Type II anodized finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight at just 12.7 ounces (360g) without brackets or fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupersedes part numbers ENV-100 and EUN-1000.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTemperature Rating Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"productOptionsTable\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePart Number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTypical Stabilization Temp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eActivation Temp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFull Flow Temp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended Application\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSM-135\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e135ºF (57ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e131ºF (55ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e153ºF (67ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrans, Diff, PS Fluid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSM-145\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e145ºF (63ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e140ºF (60ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e163ºF (73ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrans, Diff, PS Fluid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSM-165\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e165ºF (74ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e160ºF (71ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e181ºF (83ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrans, Diff, PS Fluid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSM-185\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e185ºF (85ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e180ºF (82ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e203ºF (95ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngine Oil (Street \u0026amp; Strip)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSM-205\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e205ºF (96ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e200ºF (93ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e221ºF (105ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngine Oil (Street \u0026amp; Strip)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFSM-215\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e215ºF (102ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e212ºF (100ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e233ºF (112ºC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEngine Oil (Road Racing)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/9556\/2683\/files\/FSM-1.jpg?v=1770041707\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValve assembly is housed completely between the two ports. No valves, springs, or thermal motor interrupting the primary oil flow!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/9556\/2683\/files\/FSM-3.png?v=1770041722\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompact dimensions (shown in inches)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/9556\/2683\/files\/FSM-4.png?v=1770041740\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrackets allow for multiple mounting configurations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0629\/9556\/2683\/files\/FSM-ORB_3_DESC.jpg?v=1770041757\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAvailable with 3\/8\" or 1\/2'' hose barb fittings or AN fittings in -6AN, -8AN, -10AN, or -12AN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngine, transmission, differential, and industrial fluid cooling applications flowing up to 20 GPM (75.71 LPM).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePassenger car automotive, marine, and experimental aircraft engine oil cooling systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomotive and truck power steering fluid cooling systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiesel and gas truck transmission fluid cooling systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiesel and gas truck differential and transfer case fluid cooling systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNot for use with corrosive fluids. If used with water, a distilled water solution with a lubricant such as ethylene glycol must be used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncludes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1x Remote thermostat block.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2x Zinc-plated steel mounting brackets and screws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"data item title active allow\" data-role=\"collapsible\" id=\"tab-label-additional\" role=\"tab\" data-collapsible=\"true\" aria-controls=\"additional\" aria-selected=\"false\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"data item content allow\" aria-labelledby=\"tab-label-additional\" id=\"additional\" data-role=\"content\" role=\"tabpanel\" aria-hidden=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"additional-attributes-wrapper table-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"data table additional-attributes\" id=\"product-attribute-specs-table\"\u003e\n\u003ccaption class=\"table-caption\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"col label\" scope=\"row\"\u003ePart #\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col data fried\" data-th=\"Part #\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFSM Configurator\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"col label\" scope=\"row\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col data fried\" data-th=\"Brand\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eImproved Racing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"col label\" scope=\"row\"\u003ePart Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col data fried\" data-th=\"Part Weight\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e12.7 oz (360g)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"col label\" scope=\"row\"\u003ePrimary 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(-40°C)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"col label\" scope=\"row\"\u003eMaximum Operating Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col data fried\" data-th=\"Maximum Operating Temperature\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e302°F (150°C)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"col label\" scope=\"row\"\u003eInlet Port Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col data fried\" data-th=\"Inlet Port Size\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e-10AN O-Ring Boss Female\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"col label\" scope=\"row\"\u003eOutlet Port Size\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col data fried\" data-th=\"Outlet Port Size\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e-10AN O-Ring Boss Female\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"col label\" scope=\"row\"\u003eMaximum Operating Pressure\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col data fried\" data-th=\"Maximum Operating Pressure\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e300 psi (20.68 bar)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"col label\" scope=\"row\"\u003eMax Recommended Flow Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col data fried\" data-th=\"Max Recommended Flow Rate\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUp to 20 GPM (76 LPM)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"col label\" scope=\"row\"\u003eFluid Compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"col data fried\" data-th=\"Fluid Compatibility\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCoolants\u003cbr\u003eEngine oil\u003cbr\u003ePower Steering Fluid\u003cbr\u003eTransmission fluid\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section-title\"\u003eInstruction 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