Transmission Cooler Setup?
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Transmission Cooler Setup?
I just figured out that my radiator had an internal leak so transmission fluid and coolant mized that is probably what killed the transmission. I have ordered a new radiator and just finished installing the new transmission but I want to make sure this never happens again so I want to run a separate transmission cooler. I have seen a few 2G GS setups but nothing really completed like a write up or step by step instructions. Just wondering what you guys are running for transmission coolers. Pics and part numbers would be great too!! Thanks in advance!!
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Any ol trans cooler will work. There are 2 hoses that run under the motor to the bottom of the trans. Just get a cooler and mount it too your radiator with an in and out. Very easy.
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Yep, go the local pull it yourself junkyard and find something off of a van or truck (usually with the tow package), or buy one online for $50. I wouldn't worry about a fan, just let it ride.
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No the stock non turbo has a cooler built into the radiator and you can upgrade that. Any time you can cool down the trans fluid it'll help it last longer. Almost every automatic ever made has a factory cooler of some sort.
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I'll get a pic of my setup tonight. I'm pretty happy with the way it came out, even though I broke a A/C line putting it in. It's mounted in front of the condenser opposite the fan. It has probably 3-4 inches of room from the condenser and has direct line of air hitting it from the lower grille area.
It also is back far enough I will be able to mount my FMIC with out it interfering. I forget the part number I'm using, but it's stupid big.
I also wanted to mention for optimum cooling. I have it running through the radiator circuit first, then the big cooler, and back to the trans.
It also is back far enough I will be able to mount my FMIC with out it interfering. I forget the part number I'm using, but it's stupid big.
I also wanted to mention for optimum cooling. I have it running through the radiator circuit first, then the big cooler, and back to the trans.
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