Oil Cooler Kit for Nissan GT-R (2009-2019) 3.8L

High-Capacity Aluminum Engine Oil Cooler for 2009-2019 Nissan GT-R (R35)

What it Does: The high-capacity aluminum oil cooler replaces the restrictive factory heat exchanger on the 2009-2019 GT-R to lower peak engine oil temperatures, prevent thermal shearing, and maintain hydrodynamic bearing protection under aggressive driving conditions.

The Stock Nissan GT-R Thermal Heat Soak Problem

Under heavy track use or sustained boost, the twin-turbocharged VR38DETT generates immense thermal loads that quickly overwhelm the factory tube-and-fin oil cooler. High operating temperatures exceed safe viscosity thresholds, leading to rapid oil degradation, accelerated journal bearing wear, and turbocharger oil coking. The stock unit lacks the thermal capacity and core density required to shed heat fast enough, frequently triggering vehicle limp-mode parameters during extended hot-weather sessions.

The Engineering Solution

Engineered with a heavy-duty aluminum bar-and-plate core, this replacement unit provides substantially higher fluid capacity and increased heat dissipation surface area compared to the OEM configuration. The robust bar-and-plate design handles high pressure spikes without fin collapse or core distortion while reducing fluid restriction across the circuit. Designed as a direct drop-in replacement matching factory bracket locations and fluid ports, it optimizes bumper duct airflow without requiring custom modifications or line routing.

What's Included

• Aluminum oil cooler
• O-rings

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2009-2019 Nissan GT-R (R35) 3.8L VR38DETT

Frequently Asked Questions & Fitment Warnings

Does this fit the R35 GT-R?

Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2009-2019 Nissan GT-R equipped with the VR38DETT engine.

Will I need to add more engine oil after installing this cooler?

Yes, because this upgraded core holds more fluid than the factory unit, you must add additional engine oil to account for the increased core volume and verify levels after priming.

The Nissan Performance Standard

Built for the high-power demands of the R35 platform, this bar-and-plate oil cooler provides reliable thermal management to preserve engine longevity and maintain full boost capability lap after lap.