Automatic Tranny Cooler Info Needed
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Racer
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From: Garland Tx
Automatic Tranny Cooler Info Needed
After several Transmission Overheat warnings while running at Texas Motor Speedway, I have decided I better look into adding a transmission cooler if I'm going to keep driving like this.
This is for a pretty much stock 2004 A4.
I would appreciate any advice/experience on best brand, size, hose connections and mounting location.
Anyone run into warranty issues with an after market tranny cooler ?
Thanks
This is for a pretty much stock 2004 A4.
I would appreciate any advice/experience on best brand, size, hose connections and mounting location.
Anyone run into warranty issues with an after market tranny cooler ?
Thanks
Melting Slicks
Joined: Jun 2001
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From: Davie Florida
Most of the A4 guys run a B&M Tranny cooler. I run their biggest model the 28000 unit. It is very good cooler, however it does not come with mounting hardware. You can buy the fittings and hoses you need at Auto Zone. Make sure you get hose that is for tranny fluid not water.
You also might want think about adding a deep tranny fluid pan that holds more fluid, this will also help to lower tranny temps.
You also might want think about adding a deep tranny fluid pan that holds more fluid, this will also help to lower tranny temps.
Last edited by Mitch C; Mar 17, 2005 at 05:35 AM.
Melting Slicks
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From: Davie Florida
Originally Posted by pistolpete817
Where is the best location to mount the cooler ?
How did you secure it ?
How did you secure it ?
Since you over heated your tranny it would be a good idea to flush the fluid and replace it with fresh fluid. You can have it flushed at a dealer.
Melting Slicks
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From: N. County/San Diego
Originally Posted by pistolpete817
After several Transmission Overheat warnings while running at Texas Motor Speedway, I have decided I better look into adding a transmission cooler if I'm going to keep driving like this.
This is for a pretty much stock 2004 A4.
I would appreciate any advice/experience on best brand, size, hose connections and mounting location.
Anyone run into warranty issues with an after market tranny cooler ?
Thanks
This is for a pretty much stock 2004 A4.
I would appreciate any advice/experience on best brand, size, hose connections and mounting location.
Anyone run into warranty issues with an after market tranny cooler ?
Thanks
Try the B&M website for model choices: www.bmracing.com
Personally I`m running model/kit #70264 (24,000 btu,) comes with all the hardware, paid around $65.00 at my local speed shop.
B&M model #`s 70297 (9in dia fan) & 70298 (7in dia fan) come with 12 volt fans, 1/2in NPT fittings & thermal switch. I was quoted was $215.00 & $189.00 respectively.
Good luck, Rick
