HEL Direct Fit Oil Cooler Kit for Honda Civic (FK8) Type R
The HEL (Automotive) Development Centre is excited to announce the release of its new direct-fit oil cooler for the Honda FK8 Civic Type R. The team has been working on this kit for some time and is pleased to bring it to market.
Unlike the FK2 Civic Type R, the FK8 presented a challenge in finding ample space for an oil cooler in direct airflow without obstructing the intercooler or attempting to fit a cooler behind the front grille. The latter option would significantly limit the cooler’s effective area, with much of it hidden behind the bumper.
After exploring various locations, the Centre decided to develop a comprehensive “Race Inspired” oil cooler and brake duct system. This innovative design effectively splits the airflow, optimizing it for both brake and oil cooling.
The oil cooler ducting is precisely laser cut from sheet aluminum and then bent to exact tolerances for a perfect fit on the front left side of the car. For long-term protection, the ducting is hard anodized black.
This kit incorporates a 16-row Setrab Series 6 ProLine oil cooler, which offers an excellent balance between minimizing pressure loss and providing highly effective cooling.
For the other end of the cooler, HEL chose its latest Multi Angled Billet Thermostatic sandwich plate. The front-mounted thermostat on this plate provides crucial extra clearance, particularly beneficial in this kit where space around the oil filter is limited.
The HEL Performance Multi Angled Billet thermostatic sandwich plate is precisely set at 92°C (197.6°F). This temperature setting was chosen because it provides the ideal balance between effective cooling when needed and allowing the engine to warm up safely. It’s also important to note that excessively cold oil can be detrimental, and the thermostat ensures precise temperature control.
This comprehensive kit comes complete with pre-assembled high-flow AN10 HEL braided hoses and anodized aluminium fittings. The entire length of the hoses is protected with HEL Performance’s high-temperature 1000°C heat sleeve for maximum durability.
What’s Included
- Setrab Series 6 ProLine 16 row oil cooler with AN10 banjo adapters to maximise clearance and minimise pressure loss.
- HEL custom aluminium oil cooler brackets.
- HEL multi angled solid billet 92°C thermostatic oil filter sandwich plate.
- Preassembled AN10 HEL braided hoses with anodised aluminium fittings.
- Stainless steel mounting hardware.
- Installation instructions.









