Engine Oil Cooler Performance Parts & Modifications

When you're pushing your engine hard, whether that’s on a long highway run, towing, or carving up backroads, heat becomes your biggest enemy. An engine oil cooler works by circulating hot oil through a small radiator-style core, where airflow helps dissipate heat before it returns to the engine. The result? More stable oil temperatures, better lubrication, and longer engine life. It’s a simple upgrade that makes a huge difference in both performance and reliability.

At Empire Performance, we know that keeping your oil at the right temperature is about more than just cooling it down. Go too cold, and your oil won’t reach optimal viscosity, which can cause unnecessary wear and reduce efficiency. That’s why we offer premium systems like the Improved Racing low-profile oil cooler adapter, designed with a built-in thermostat that maintains oil temps around 180°F (82°C) in most conditions. This smart design shortens warm-up time, prevents overcooling, and ensures your engine runs at its best no matter the weather or driving style.

Built tough for performance enthusiasts, our oil cooler kits and adapters are precision-machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminium, black anodised for durability, and compatible with a wide range of LS-series engines. Whether you’re fitting out a street car, race build, or track toy, these oil cooling solutions are engineered for easy installation, maximum clearance, and dependable performance.

Installation, Fitment, and Real-World Performance

Installing an oil cooler doesn’t have to be complicated, especially when you’re working with Empire Performance gear. We provide oil cooler adapters and kits designed as direct bolt-ons for popular engine platforms like the GM LS series, making the process quick, clean, and straightforward. The low-profile design clears most headers, and we include everything you need for a professional finish – Viton seals, mounting screws, and ports ready for your fittings and sensors. Whether you’re upgrading your weekend warrior or refining your daily driver, these systems are built to make the job as seamless as possible.

Once fitted, the benefits are immediate. Lower oil temps mean your engine maintains optimal viscosity even under sustained load, giving you consistent power delivery and smoother operation. By minimising heat soak and preventing oil breakdown, an upgraded oil cooler also helps preserve internal components and extend service intervals. Many of our setups feature integrated thermostats, so you’ll enjoy faster warm-up times and stable temperatures, even on cold starts or highway drives. That’s a reliable, balanced performance you can count on.

Built for Australian Conditions and Engineered to Last

Australia’s climate can be brutal on engines, especially when you’re pushing them hard. That’s why every oil cooler and adapter that we stock is built to handle tough conditions, like high heat, long distances, and everything in between. Precision-machined from 6061-T6 billet aluminium and finished with a black MIL-A-8625 Type II anodised coating, these components resist corrosion, deliver excellent thermal efficiency, and look great under the bonnet.

Maintenance is easy, too. A quick visual check during routine servicing will keep your setup running perfectly, and the rebuildable design of our thermostatic adapters means you can simply replace seals and actuators when needed instead of buying new hardware. We back our products with strong warranties and local support because we stand behind the quality we sell.

At Empire Performance, we’re not just about parts. We’re about helping enthusiasts build better, stronger, and more reliable vehicles. From daily drives to full track builds, our oil cooling solutions are trusted to perform where it counts most. If you’re serious about protecting your engine and unlocking its full potential, upgrading your oil cooling system is one of the smartest moves you can make.