79 SRX Heat exchanger deleat question

[TerryR]

I race 660 ft snow drags on hard packed snow. Setting up the 79 SRX
to race without using a cool down cart. Want to defeat the tunnel exchanger only.
Anyone try this to comment on how well it works? Racing stock events that allows some alterations.

 

[RON HYDRAULIC YAM]

Parts listing makes it look like comes out of engine to rad then to
cooler then back to engine .. Looks like a hose from radiator to engine would fit.
My question is why . Maybe 8 lb involved . Expect you need clearance in track tunnel
for some nasty studs.
Are you allowed to add an extra rad even for more coolant ? as I expect some days you
will be shutting off so hot that when water pump stops circulating it could seize.
Just my thoughts .
Ron

 

[TerryR]

Parts listing makes it look like comes out of engine to rad then to
cooler then back to engine .. Looks like a hose from radiator to engine would fit.
My question is why . Maybe 8 lb involved . Expect you need clearance in track tunnel
for some nasty studs.
Are you allowed to add an extra rad even for more coolant ? as I expect some days you
will be shutting off so hot that when water pump stops circulating it could seize.
Just my thoughts .
Ron

Hi Ron. From your comment you have not tried this. Looking for anyone who has real world experience on this. Thanks. Looking at weight saving