Engine oil not only serves as a lubricant for moving parts, but as a coolant for the crankshaft, rods and pistons. The bottom end of the engine relies solely on engine oil for cooling. For this reason, maintaining the correct oil temperature is critical to the engine's performance and longevity. Because the latest generation of engines are smaller, run at higher RPMs and produce more heat, maintaining the correct oil temperature is imperative. In addition, most engines have less oil capacity, putting more of a strain on the oil and all engine components. All Perma-Cool Oil Coolers are engineered for maximum cooling efficiency with no restriction of oil flow. Installing a Perma-Cool Oil Cooler is the one of the best things you can do for your engine.