Description
The Mishimoto MMOC-MUS-79TBK is a direct-fit, 19-row bar-and-plate oil cooler kit engineered specifically for the Fox Body Ford Mustang. Built around a large black anodized cooler core that mounts in the front bumper for maximum airflow, this kit is designed to counter the heat generated by naturally aspirated, turbocharged, and supercharged Fox Body drivetrains that can accelerate oil breakdown and engine wear.
This Mishimoto oil cooler kit protects your Mustang’s engine oil by moving heat away from the oil before it circulates back through the engine, helping maintain healthier oil temperatures during hard driving. The 19-row bar-and-plate core is finished in black anodizing and paired with male AN Flare inlet and outlet fittings, and the kit adds more than .5 qt to your total oil capacity. Whether you’re building a track-focused Fox Body or simply want more consistent oil temperature control on a daily-driven Mustang, this cooling upgrade is a purpose-built solution rather than a generic universal cooler.
Vehicle Applications
This Mishimoto oil cooler kit is built to directly fit the Fox Body Ford Mustang platform across its full production run. Coverage includes the Mustang Base from 1979 to 1984, the Ghia from 1979 to 1982, the L from 1982 to 1984, the GL and GLX from 1982 to 1983, the Turbo GT from 1983, the Cobra from 1981, the GT from 1982 to 1993, the LX from 1984 to 1993, the SVO from 1984 to 1986, the GT-350 20th Anniversary from 1984, and the SVT Cobra and SVT Cobra R, both from 1993. Listed engine coverage is 302 ci / 4.9L, and the kit is built around the Fox chassis code.
Features
- 19-row bar-and-plate oil cooler core with a black anodized finish
- Male AN Flare fittings on both the inlet and outlet
- Application-specific mounting bracket engineered for the Fox Body chassis
- Preassembled stainless steel braided hoses: a 3ft 5in hose and a 4ft 1in hose, each with 45-degree and 90-degree -10AN fittings
- M20 thermostatic sandwich plate option for additional oil temperature control
- 3/4 x 16 stainless steel sandwich plate adapter and M20 x -10AN straight fittings included
- Complete mounting hardware set for a clean, direct-fit installation
- Available in Stealth Black or Sleek Silver cooler finish, with a thermostatic option
- Adds more than .5 qt to total oil capacity
- Backed by the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty
Specifications
- Brand: Mishimoto
- Part Number: MMOC-MUS-79TBK
- Product Type: Cooling
- Color / Core Color: Black
- Finish: Anodized
- Core Type: Bar-and-Plate
- Core Row Quantity: 19
- Core Height: 5.43 in
- Core Width: 11 in
- Core Thickness: 1.97 in
- Grade Type: Performance
- Inlet/Outlet Fitting Type: AN Flare, Male
- Engine Codes: 302 ci / 4.9L
- Chassis Codes: Fox
- Recommended fitting/banjo bolt torque: 15-25 lb-ft (do not exceed 35 ft-lb)
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Mustangs does the Mishimoto MMOC-MUS-79TBK oil cooler kit fit?
This kit is a direct fit for the Fox Body Ford Mustang, covering the Base (1979–1984), Ghia (1979–1982), L (1982–1984), GL and GLX (1982–1983), Turbo GT (1983), Cobra (1981), GT (1982–1993), LX (1984–1993), SVO (1984–1986), GT-350 20th Anniversary (1984), and SVT Cobra/SVT Cobra R (1993). Listed engine coverage is 302 ci / 4.9L on the Fox chassis.
How many rows does the Mishimoto oil cooler core have?
The kit features a 19-row bar-and-plate oil cooler core with a black anodized finish.
What fittings are used on the inlet and outlet?
The cooler uses male AN Flare fittings on both the inlet and outlet, and the kit includes M20 x -10AN straight fittings along with a 3/4 x 16 stainless steel sandwich plate adapter.
Is a thermostatic sandwich plate option available?
Yes, the Mishimoto oil cooler kit is available with an M20 thermostatic sandwich plate for additional oil temperature control.
How long does installation take, and does the kit affect oil capacity?
According to Mishimoto, this kit can be installed in under an hour, with the manufacturer also noting installation typically takes less than two hours; it adds more than .5 qt to your total oil capacity.
What warranty comes with this Mishimoto oil cooler kit?
This kit includes the Mishimoto Lifetime Warranty.
âš WARNING (California Proposition 65): This product can expose you to chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
