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The oil filter housing has coolant running through and sees this before the returning back down the head so the coolant is already warm.
An oil cooler is a very good idea. Keeping oil temp in check is also good for your engine. If the oil temp gets to high it starts to lose its ability to lubricate efficiently and as the filter housing is cooled it then transfers this heat to your cooling system.
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