Transmission Cooler
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Transmission Cooler
Where are Restomod guys putting trans cooler?
I'm running LS, Vintage AC, 4L60E
Not really any room up front with the AC....
Pictures of mounting locations and trans lines would be appreciated...
I'm running LS, Vintage AC, 4L60E
Not really any room up front with the AC....
Pictures of mounting locations and trans lines would be appreciated...
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Most radiators for automatic-equipped cars have an internal trans cooler. If you swap to an auto radiator, you won't need to modify or bolt on anything. Just install the lines and go.
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The new GM trans do not - in fact they do not recommend an external cooler.... the new Dex 6 fluid - normal temp is in the 200 F range
the "max" temp is around 260.
My 2016 LS with a 6 sp and tow package has no external cooler
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This, and the fact that this is a car that won't likely be seeing any tow duty, and also the fact that lock-up converter automatics generate very little heat when in operation compared to non-lock up transmissions. For these reasons, an internal cooler inside the radiator would be the O.P's best solution, IMO.
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Melting Slicks
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I have a question about your 4L60E 4-speed automatic transmission. Where did you place the automatic controller box?? The directions say not to place in a hot place or outside of the car due to dampness.
